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Elon Musk ripped after SpaceX gets new $40m defense contract amid his cutting of federal budgets

Elon Musk has come under fire after his company SpaceX secured a new $40 million defense contract from the U.S. government, despite his previous criticisms of federal spending. The contract, awarded by the U.S. Space Force, is for the development of a missile tracking satellite system. Critics argue that this move contradicts Musk's earlier statements where he advocated for cuts in federal budgets, particularly in areas like defense. Social media and political commentators have highlighted this apparent hypocrisy, pointing out that while Musk has publicly pushed for fiscal responsibility, his businesses continue to benefit from substantial government contracts. This situation has fueled debates about the alignment of Musk's business interests with his political rhetoric, especially in light of his influence over public policy discussions.

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