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Mon, February 10, 2025

'So much for lowering costs': Outrage grows over Musk's death wish for consumer protection


Published on 2025-02-10 06:20:40 - MSN
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  • Defenders of a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau that has returned tens of billions of dollars to duped and defrauded U.S. consumers expressed outrage overnight and into Saturday after the independent agency was declared deceased by billionaire Elon Musk and its operations were handed over to the chief architect of the far-right Project 2025

The article from MSN discusses the backlash against Elon Musk following his comments on consumer protection regulations. Musk, known for his leadership at Tesla and SpaceX, has expressed views that many interpret as a desire to dismantle consumer protections, which are intended to safeguard consumers from unfair business practices. Critics argue that his stance could lead to higher costs and reduced safety for consumers, as these regulations often ensure product safety, fair pricing, and transparency. The outrage stems from Musk's apparent prioritization of business freedom over consumer rights, with many on social media and consumer advocacy groups expressing concern that his influence might lead to a rollback of essential protections, potentially benefiting large corporations at the expense of everyday consumers.

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