Elon Musk and SpaceX Under Federal Review Over Security Protocol Violations

U.S. military agencies investigate Musk’s undisclosed foreign meetings and compliance with national security reporting rules.

The U.S. Air Force, Defense Department Inspector General, and Pentagon are conducting three separate reviews into Elon Musk and SpaceX for potential violations of federal reporting protocols aimed at safeguarding national security.
Concerns include Musk’s failure to disclose meetings with foreign leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, as well as potential lapses in reporting personal and prescription drug use.
Musk’s current 'top secret' clearance restricts access to certain classified SpaceX projects, such as the Starshield spy satellite program, and his request for higher clearance was denied due to security risks.
SpaceX executives have reportedly been advised against seeking higher security clearance for Musk, fearing it could jeopardize his existing clearance or expose sensitive details about his lifestyle and international contacts.
Lawmakers and U.S. allies, including Israel, have raised concerns about Musk’s ability to handle classified information, with some questioning whether his actions could pose risks to U.S. national security.