- United States
- Wash.
- Letter
The direct involvement of private corporations and billionaires like Elon Musk in sensitive government affairs poses risks of undue influence and conflicts of interest. Given the high stakes around national security matters like war plans against adversaries, it is concerning that an individual with substantial private business interests would be granted access. Musk's companies have lucrative government contracts, creating potential financial motivations that could undermine impartial decision-making in the national interest. His role should be limited to ensure the integrity of military planning remains free from corporate agendas. Transparency around the scope and purpose of his visit is warranted to maintain public trust in fair and ethical governance.