1. United States
2. N.C.
3. Letter

I am writing to express my deep concern about the increasing influence of billionaires like Elon Musk over our government and public policy. As a constituent, I believe that our democracy should serve the interests of the American people, not be shaped by the unchecked power of a single individual or corporation. Musk’s influence over key industries—including space exploration (SpaceX), transportation (Tesla), social media and public discourse (X/Twitter), and even defense contracts—has expanded to an alarming degree. His control over critical infrastructure, such as Starlink, raises national security concerns, especially when it appears that foreign policy decisions are being dictated by a private businessman rather than elected officials. Furthermore, his involvement in government contracts and policy discussions, without sufficient oversight or accountability, undermines democratic governance. Reports suggest that Musk has been granted access to national security and economic policy decision-making at the highest levels. This raises serious ethical and legal questions about conflicts of interest and the undue influence of unelected billionaires over public policy. I urge you to take a stand against the excessive influence of private individuals over our government by: 1. Advocating for stronger oversight of federal contracts awarded to Musk-owned companies, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are spent transparently and in the public interest. 2. Supporting antitrust investigations into his monopolistic control over industries like space technology, social media, and electric vehicles. 3. Demanding accountability for his role in shaping U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding Starlink’s involvement in global conflicts. 4. Pushing for stronger campaign finance reforms to prevent billionaires from disproportionately influencing elections and legislation. The increasing consolidation of power by individuals like Musk threatens the foundations of democracy, national security, and economic fairness. I urge you to act in the best interest of your constituents by addressing this issue before it further erodes public trust in government institutions. I appreciate your time and consideration and look forward to your response on this matter.