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Guardian Business6/9/2026PoliticsUnited Kingdom

Elon Musk's Impending Trillionaire Status Raises Concerns Over Democracy and Wealth Inequality

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Elon Musk's potential trillionaire status from SpaceX's IPO sparks concerns over heightened impunity, influence on democracy, and exacerbating wealth inequality, amidst a backdrop of billionaire spending in politics post-Citizens United.

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