How Trump administration's purge of agencies and inspectors could slow investigations into Elon Musk - Administration has fired inspectors generals and attempted to shut down agencies tied to Musk pro
The article from MSN discusses how the Trump administration's actions to purge federal agencies and inspectors general could potentially hinder investigations into Elon Musk and his companies, Tesla and SpaceX. It highlights that the removal of experienced oversight officials has led to a significant loss of institutional knowledge and expertise, which is crucial for conducting thorough investigations. This purge has left agencies like the Department of Transportation, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and NASA with less capability to effectively monitor and investigate compliance with regulations. The article suggests that this situation could delay or weaken probes into various allegations against Musk, including labor practices, safety issues, and potential conflicts of interest, thereby allowing Musk's businesses to operate with less scrutiny than might otherwise be the case.