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US space ambitions hinge on Elon Musk, commentator warns
Original: America’s interstellar ambitions are now at the mercy of Elon Musk’s ego
A new opinion column argues that America's plans for deep space exploration have become dependent on Elon Musk, whose Space-dominated rocket program and personal conduct now shape the country's interstellar ambitions. The piece warns that NASA's reliance on Musk's whims and ego represents a strategic vulnerability for US leadership in space.
Why now: Debate over US reliance on Musk's companies for space exploration has resurfaced amid recent tensions and policy questions.
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