The Rachel Maddow Show Trump puts U.S. at risk with increasing reliance on Musk
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Mar 11, 2025 Senator Mark Kelly, a former astronaut and Navy combat pilot, discusses the increasingly precarious reliance of the U.S. on Elon Musk and his Starlink program. He highlights the economic fallout in the wake of Trump's presidency and the geopolitical implications of Musk's influence on U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding Ukraine. Kelly shares insights from his recent trip to Ukraine, emphasizing the need for ongoing support and addresses the internal divisions within the Republican Party regarding these critical issues.
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Shifting Alliances
- The U.S. is shifting its global alliances, siding with Russia against former allies.
- This shift includes berating allies, damaging military and intelligence relationships, and weakening the U.S. economy.
Musk and Poland
- Elon Musk insulted Poland's foreign minister on Twitter, boasting about Starlink's importance to Ukraine.
- Marco Rubio then demanded that the Polish minister thank Musk, highlighting the changing U.S. stance.
Starlink Control
- The U.S. is increasing its reliance on Elon Musk's Starlink, including for air traffic control technology.
- This dependence gives Musk the ability to shut down U.S. airspace, according to experts.
