Musk to Lead New Federal Department Under Trump

Billionaire Elon Musk, a major donor to Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign, is set to lead the new federal Department of Efficiency alongside Vivek Ramaswamy. This alliance, described by retired astronaut Scott Kelly as 'potentially dangerous', raises concerns of conflicts of interest due to Musk's many business involvements. The deepening relationship was highlighted during Trump's attendance at a SpaceX Starship launch in Texas, where Musk demonstrated the test procedures for the rocket intended for future Moon and Mars missions. Despite complications during the launch, including a booster landing in the Gulf of Mexico, the event underscored Musk's growing influence with the incoming administration. Musk has contributed $200 million towards Trump's campaign and is poised to benefit from government contracts and potential policy influence. Both the alliance and Musk's role in the Trump administration have significant implications for American politics and space exploration.