Elon Musk's Pentagon Meeting Raises Questions Over China Discussion and Conflicts of Interest

Officials deny Musk was briefed on top-secret U.S.-China war plans, but reports confirm China was discussed in the meeting.

Elon Musk concluded his Pentagon visit, which officials described as focusing on innovation and efficiencies, though China was reportedly discussed in some capacity.
The New York Times and Wall Street Journal reported Musk was set to receive a briefing on U.S. military plans for a potential war with China, a claim denied by President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Musk and Trump criticized the media, with Musk threatening legal action against alleged Pentagon leakers, calling the reports 'maliciously false.'
Concerns have been raised about Musk's dual role as a government advisor and a businessman with significant financial and operational ties to China.
The meeting's unclassified nature has not quelled speculation about Musk's influence in defense matters and potential conflicts of interest.