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Elon Musk's Starlink has a growing footprint in the federal government

www.nbcnews.com Elon Musk's Starlink has a growing footprint in the federal government

The use of Starlink has been adopted by at least one additional federal agency since President Donald Trump began his second term, and it’s being considered by more.

Elon Musk's Starlink has a growing footprint in the federal government

Summary

Elon Musk's Starlink is expanding rapidly within the federal government, sparking controversy due to Musk’s dual roles as CEO of SpaceX and adviser to Trump.

Agencies, including the FAA and Customs and Border Protection, are considering Starlink despite existing contracts. Starlink’s appeal lies in its ease of deployment, especially for emergencies.

Democrats raised ethical concerns about conflicts of interest and Musk’s potential financial gain.

Senator Maria Cantwell criticized Musk’s involvement as raising “serious red flags,” pressing the administration to enforce transparency and competitive procurement laws amid growing government reliance on Starlink.

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