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Fact check: Eight ways Elon Musk has misled Americans about government spending


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Published in Politics and Government on Sunday, February 23rd 2025 at 14:20 GMT by CNN   Print publication without navigation

  • Elon Musk has repeatedly misled the public about federal spending while playing a leading role in President Donald Trump's effort to cut that spending.

The article from MSN, titled "Fact Check: Eight Ways Elon Musk Has Misled Americans About Government Spending," discusses various instances where Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has made misleading or inaccurate statements regarding government spending and subsidies. Here are the key points:

    Subsidies for Tesla: Musk has downplayed the subsidies Tesla received, claiming they were minimal, while in reality, Tesla has benefited significantly from federal and state incentives, including tax breaks and direct grants.
    SpaceX and NASA: Musk has suggested that SpaceX operates independently of government support, but SpaceX has received billions in NASA contracts, which have been crucial for its development and operations.
    Electric Vehicle Tax Credits: He has misrepresented the nature of EV tax credits, implying they are not subsidies when they indeed reduce the cost for consumers, indirectly benefiting Tesla.
    Misleading on SolarCity: Musk has claimed SolarCity, now part of Tesla, was not subsidized, ignoring the substantial state and federal incentives it received.
    Autopilot and Safety: Musk has made claims about the safety of Tesla's Autopilot system, often overstating its capabilities and safety record, which has been criticized by safety experts.
    Misinformation on Climate Change: Musk has occasionally spread misinformation or exaggerated claims about climate change solutions, like suggesting that planting trees could solve the issue, oversimplifying complex environmental challenges.
    Government Contracts: He has portrayed SpaceX as a private enterprise free from government influence, yet SpaceX's success is heavily tied to government contracts, particularly with NASA and the Department of Defense.
    Misleading on Gigafactory: Musk has minimized the subsidies received for Tesla's Gigafactory in Nevada, which included significant tax abatements and other financial incentives.
The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of fact-checking Musk's statements, given his influential role in shaping public opinion on technology, space exploration, and environmental issues.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/fact-check-eight-ways-elon-musk-has-misled-americans-about-government-spending/ar-AA1zCpk5 ]

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