The Trump administration is scrutinizing SpaceX contracts to identify waste after tensions between Trump and Musk escalated. A review by Trump aides has looked into the contracting processes, though most contracts have been deemed essential for the Defense Department and NASA. The government heavily relies on SpaceX's technology and contracts, complicating the potential for unemployment. New contractor searches are underway for the Golden Dome missile defense system, where SpaceX was previously a top candidate, highlighting Musk's significant influence despite the deteriorated relationship with Trump.
As the Wall Street Journal reports, Trump aides initiated a review of SpaceX contracts with the federal government to identify potential waste, pointed scrutiny not unlike the so-called Department of Government Efficiency helmed by Musk himself prior to his ousting from the Trump administration.
The reporting highlights the tremendous amount of influence Musk maintains within the federal government, despite his imploded relationship with the president.
In the short term, most deals were deemed too vital for the Defense Department and NASA to jeopardize.
The Trump administration is expanding its search to look for alternative contractors for its planned Golden Dome missile defense system, with SpaceX previously deemed the clear frontrunner.
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