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2026-06-26 17:10:08

White House never recovered from Musk chaos

Elon Musk’s chaotic early months as Trump’s de facto co-president caused lasting destabilization, per reporter Maggie Haberman. His sweeping federal cuts and layoffs, still challenged in court, left the White House struggling to recover from the disruption. read more

2026-06-26 08:10:07

Judge Orders Elon Musk to Testify in Voter Giveaway Lawsuit

A federal judge ordered Elon Musk to testify in lawsuits alleging his $1 million voter giveaway fraudulently collected personal data. Plaintiffs claim winners were not randomly selected, as advertised. The ruling allows a fraud claim to proceed while dismissing a breach-of-contract claim. read more

2026-06-24 18:00:08

Melania Trump Overruled on Musk White House Stay

Melania Trump objected to Elon Musk staying overnight at the White House but was overruled. Musk spent multiple nights in the Lincoln Bedroom, causing tension within Trump’s circle, as detailed in a new book by Haberman and Swan. read more

2026-06-24 07:10:07

Melania Trump overruled on Musk White House stays

Melania Trump objected to Elon Musk staying overnight at the White House but was overruled by President Trump. Musk spent multiple nights in the Lincoln Bedroom during his DOGE role, later feuding with Trump before mending ties. read more

2026-06-23 15:20:06

Melania Trump overruled on Musk White House sleepovers

Melania Trump reportedly objected to Elon Musk staying overnight at the White House, but was overruled by President Trump. Musk spent multiple nights in the Lincoln Bedroom during his DOGE role, later sparking a public feud with Trump. read more

2026-06-22 21:40:09

Musk Threatens to Sue Lawmaker Over Child Death Claim

Elon Musk threatens to sue Rep. Ro Khanna after Khanna cited a study suggesting DOGE cuts to USAID could lead to 4.5 million child deaths by 2030. Musk denies responsibility, calling Khanna a liar. read more

2026-06-13 18:40:05

SpaceX IPO makes Elon Musk world’s first trillionaire

Elon Musk, now the world's first trillionaire, leads SpaceX (now public), Tesla, Neuralink, and The Boring Company. His empire spans rockets, EVs, brain implants, and tunnels, with recent consolidation merging SpaceX and xAI. read more

2026-06-12 17:20:04

SpaceX Stock Debut Makes Elon Musk World’s First Trillionaire

SpaceX stock debuted at $150, 11% above its $135 IPO price, making it the largest IPO in history at $75 billion raised. CEO Elon Musk likely became the world’s first trillionaire. The company plans to expand rockets, satellites, and AI infrastructure. read more

2026-06-12 15:10:05

Giant Inflatable Musk Appears in Times Square

A giant inflatable Elon Musk appeared in Times Square before SpaceX's IPO, accusing Grok AI of generating child sexual abuse imagery. Activists distributed flyers echoing claims that the AI tool produced illegal content, sparking controversy around Musk's companies. read more

2026-06-12 13:10:10

Elon Musk on brink of becoming worlds first trillionaire

Elon Musk nears trillionaire status after SpaceX’s record $75 billion IPO, boosting his net worth to $982.6 billion. Most wealth comes from his 38% SpaceX stake worth $688 billion, plus Tesla holdings and ventures like Neuralink. read more

2026-05-25 10:40:09

Farage Accuses Musk of Splitting Right-Wing Vote

Nigel Farage criticized Elon Musk for backing Reform rival Restore UK in the Makerfield by-election, warning the Tesla boss will "split the right" vote. Farage said Andy Burnham would be "delighted" by Musk's intervention. read more

2026-05-19 05:10:35

OpenAI Wins Musk Lawsuit on Technicality

OpenAI won its court case against Elon Musk on a technicality, but the trial exposed internal conflicts and billionaire rivalries shaping AI's future. Both sides faced reputational damage amid public concerns about the technology's societal impacts. read more

2026-05-18 21:50:02

Jury rejects Elon Musk’s OpenAI lawsuit claims

A California jury dismissed all claims in Elon Musk's lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI, rejecting Musk's allegations. The verdict marks a significant legal victory for Altman and the AI company. read more

2026-05-18 18:50:08

Jury Dismisses Musk Lawsuit Against OpenAI CEO Altman

A California jury dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against Sam Altman, ruling it was filed too late. The case alleged OpenAI abandoned its nonprofit mission for profit. The unanimous verdict, upheld by the judge, ended a three-week trial. read more

2026-05-18 18:40:02

Jury Rejects Musk’s OpenAI Lawsuit on Timing

A jury ruled Elon Musk lost his lawsuit against OpenAI for missing the statute of limitations, finding he waited too long to claim the company strayed from its nonprofit mission to benefit humanity. read more

2026-05-14 20:00:06

Musk-OpenAI trial nears verdict in AI fraud case

Lawyers for Elon Musk and OpenAI began closing arguments in a trial that could shape AI's future, focusing on Altman's credibility and whether Musk filed his lawsuit in time to challenge OpenAI's shift to profit-making. read more

2026-05-14 12:10:03

Musk Flies to China Despite Judges Trial Warning

Elon Musk flew to China with President Trump despite a judge’s warning he could be recalled for the OpenAI trial. Legal experts say typical witnesses wouldn’t leave the country under such conditions, risking judicial aggravation. read more

2026-05-13 00:40:09

Altman testifies Musk sought control for his children

Sam Altman testified Elon Musk sought greater control of early OpenAI, contradicting their shared vision. The trial, now in its third week, reveals neither tech titan is sympathetic. Altman denied dishonesty claims, citing Musk's "jealousy" as OpenAI's valuation soared to $852 billion. read more

2026-05-12 23:00:05

Sam Altman denies stealing charity in Musk trial

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testified to refute Elon Musk’s claims he “stole a charity” by converting it to for-profit. Altman said Musk tried to kill OpenAI, launched xAI, and sought control. The trial’s outcome could reshape AI’s future. read more

2026-04-29 18:20:08

Musk accuses OpenAI of betraying nonprofit mission

Elon Musk testified that OpenAI abandoned its nonprofit mission for profit, accusing it of wanting "to have your cake and eat it too." The lawsuit claims founders enriched themselves, while OpenAI argues Musk's case stems from sour grapes after launching competitor xAI. read more

2026-04-28 19:40:38

Musk vs Altman: OpenAI Trial Opens in Oakland Court

In a landmark trial, Elon Musk seeks Sam Altman's ouster from OpenAI, arguing it abandoned its nonprofit mission for profit. Musk's attorneys claim Altman illegally enriched himself, while OpenAI counters Musk wanted control. The case could reshape AI's future. read more

2026-04-28 10:00:06

New Book Decodes Elon Musk’s Controversial Ideology

NPR's Michel Martin interviews Quinn Slobodian, co-author of "Muskism: A Guide to the Perplexed." The book explores Elon Musk's ideology and influence, offering insights into his complex persona and impact on technology and society. read more

2026-04-27 09:40:09

Musk vs Altman: AI Trial Begins in Court

Elon Musk and Sam Altman face trial over OpenAI's alleged betrayal of its nonprofit mission, with Musk seeking damages and Altman's ouster. The case could reshape AI's future. read more

2026-04-24 19:20:08

Musk’s Race Posts Surge, Straining Investor Loyalty

Elon Musk posted about race over 850 times in six months, tripling his rate with "white genocide" claims. This fractures his fan base, as one ex-investor calls investing "money over morals" amid Tesla and SpaceX success. read more

2026-04-20 14:50:05

Musk Summoned in X AI Child Abuse Probe

Elon Musk has been summoned by French prosecutors investigating alleged offences linked to X's AI chatbot Grok. The widened probe includes charges related to child pornography, deepfakes, and hate speech, following a raid on X's Paris office. read more

2026-04-20 08:40:06

Musk Summoned to Paris Over X Deepfake Probe

Elon Musk is summoned to Paris for a probe into child abuse material and deepfakes on X. The investigation examines alleged complicity in spreading illegal content. Former CEO Linda Yaccarino is also called for voluntary interviews regarding platform compliance. read more

2026-04-07 05:10:11

Musk Bodyguards Deputized Without Required Training

Elon Musk's private bodyguards were deputized as U.S. Marshals in 2025 without required training or experience, per released emails. This unprecedented exemption occurred while he led the DOGE, blurring lines between private security and federal authority. read more

2026-03-20 11:40:06

Musk Brands Stewart a Propagandist in X Feud

Elon Musk called Jon Stewart a "skilled propagandist" after the host criticized X's algorithm for promoting right-wing content. Stewart argued the platform warps democracy more than voter fraud. The pair exchanged barbs online, continuing their public feud. read more

2026-03-05 00:30:48

Musk Defends Twitter Tweets in Court

Elon Musk testified in a shareholder lawsuit alleging his 2022 tweets about pausing the Twitter acquisition were misleading and intentionally drove down the stock price. He defended his statements as simply speaking his mind. read more

2026-02-25 14:50:14

Sheinbaum Weighs Lawsuit Against Musk Over Cartel Claims

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is considering legal action against Elon Musk for his "ridiculous" claim she is linked to drug cartels. This follows the military's killing of cartel leader El Mencho. Sheinbaum dismissed the comments as baseless. read more

2026-02-05 14:00:39

Judge Orders Musk Deposition Over USAID Dismantling

Elon Musk must testify over dismantling USAID, a judge ruled. Former employees allege he lacked authority to close the major humanitarian agency. The 2025 closure by Trump's DOGE drew global criticism and could cause millions of additional deaths. read more

2026-02-04 10:50:04

Musk Lashes Out as Europe Cracks Down on X

Elon Musk called Spain's PM a "fascist totalitarian" over a proposed teen social media ban. His company X also condemned an "abusive" French police raid on its Paris office, part of an investigation into its AI tool Grok. read more

2026-02-03 11:40:05

Musk Summoned as France Raids X in AI Crime Probe

Paris prosecutors raided X's offices in a cyber-crime probe, summoning Elon Musk to court in April. The investigation, involving Europol, examines suspected algorithm abuse and Grok AI's role in creating illicit deepfakes and child sexual imagery. read more

2026-02-01 00:10:06

Musk Calls Epstein Document Release a Distraction

Elon Musk called newly released Epstein files a "distraction" after emails showed him asking about "wildest" parties on the island in 2012. He denies wrongdoing, stating he declined invitations and seeks prosecution of Epstein's clients. read more

2026-01-28 11:20:05

SpaceX Eyes $1.5 Trillion IPO for Celestial Alignment

SpaceX is considering a $1.5tn IPO in mid-June, aiming to raise $50bn. The timing reportedly aligns with a planetary alignment and Elon Musk's birthday. This would surpass Saudi Aramco's 2019 fundraising record. read more

2026-01-26 10:40:04

Ryanair Eyes Starlink Amid Feud, Raises Profit Forecast

Ryanair may consider Starlink wifi despite a public feud between its CEO and Elon Musk. The online spat boosted bookings and website traffic. The airline raised its profit and passenger forecasts, though in-flight connectivity remains a future consideration. read more

2025-04-04 11:40:04

Elon Musk's Defeat in Wisconsin Sparks Opportunity for Democrats

Elon Musk's election defeat in Wisconsin offers Democrats a model to counter the Republicans. Musk's unpopularity and lavish spending make him a symbol for the Democrats to channel voters' anger at oligarchs and the rich, potentially offering a new focus for the party. read more

2025-04-03 16:40:05

Elon Musk to Remain Advisor to Trump Despite Leaving Doge

Elon Musk attends a White House cabinet meeting on March 24, 2025. JD Vance confirms Musk will remain an adviser to Donald Trump post-Doge role. Musk's 130-day limit as a special government employee expires soon. Doge project expected to continue until 2026. read more

2025-04-03 11:10:13

Trump's Advisors Growing Weary of Elon Musk in White House

Advisors within the Trump administration are reportedly weary of Elon Musk's presence, with his role at the Department of Government Efficiency potentially ending. Analyst Maggie Haberman describes Musk's approach as blunt and not precise, leading to frustrations among advisors. read more