Senator Blumenthal Demands Investigation Into Elon Musk Over Alleged Use of White House Role for Business Gain

Senator Richard Blumenthal is calling for a formal investigation into Elon Musk following allegations that the billionaire entrepreneur and senior White House advisor used his political influence to promote personal business interests abroad. The Connecticut Democrat, joined by several Senate colleagues, has sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting that an independent inquiry be launched to determine whether Musk leveraged his government position to secure favorable treatment for his satellite communications company, Starlink, in exchange for shaping U.S. foreign policy.

The request for investigation comes after a series of media reports and leaked diplomatic cables suggest that Musk. . .