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An Open Letter to Elon Musk


Published on 2024-12-11 22:21:27 - ProPublica
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  • As Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy prepare for their roles as co-heads of the Department of Government Efficiency, they might look at the wasteful practices and spending by federal agencies ProPublica reporting has surfaced.

The article from ProPublica discusses Elon Musk's involvement with Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency he has publicly supported, leading to significant fluctuations in its value. Musk's actions, including tweeting about Dogecoin and mentioning it in interviews, have been scrutinized for potentially manipulating the market. The article highlights a lawsuit filed against Musk by Dogecoin investors, accusing him of running a pyramid scheme through his endorsements. It also explores Musk's broader influence on cryptocurrency markets, his history of tweeting about various cryptocurrencies, and the regulatory scrutiny this has attracted. Furthermore, the piece touches on Musk's defense, where he claims his tweets are often in jest, and his broader impact on Dogecoin's community and its perception in the financial world.

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