28 mins ago · United States
Trump vows to protect Musk, floats pre-emptive staff pardons
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What we know
President Trump said Monday he'd move to protect Elon Musk if Democrats investigate the SpaceX and Tesla CEO after midterm elections. He also suggested the possibility of pre-emptive pardons for staff and others around him if Democrats win the election.
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Trump vows to protect Musk, floats pre-emptive staff pardons
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