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Trump's Musk-led efficiency drive may spur defense-tech partnerships


Published on 2024-12-09 09:23:28 - MSN
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  • President-elect Donald Trump's planned U.S. government efficiency drive involving Elon Musk could lead to more joint projects between big defense contractors and smaller tech firms in areas such as artificial intelligence,

The article from MSN discusses how former President Donald Trump's potential return to the White House could lead to an "efficiency drive" spearheaded by Elon Musk, focusing on enhancing defense technology partnerships. Trump has reportedly been in discussions with Musk about various policy issues, including defense technology. This collaboration could see a push towards integrating more private sector innovation into national defense, aiming to streamline operations and reduce costs. Musk's involvement is seen as a move to leverage his experience with SpaceX and Tesla to foster advancements in military technology, potentially leading to new partnerships between the U.S. Department of Defense and tech companies. This initiative might also reflect Trump's broader strategy to appeal to Silicon Valley and tech moguls, aligning with his campaign promises to modernize and make government operations more efficient.

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