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Updated · Fox News · Jun 22
Ro Khanna Urges Probe of Musk Over Alleged 4.5 Million Child Deaths
Updated
Updated · Fox News · Jun 22

Ro Khanna Urges Probe of Musk Over Alleged 4.5 Million Child Deaths

3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 22

Summary

  • Ro Khanna said Elon Musk should be subpoenaed and investigated if Democrats regain Congress, accusing him of helping cause 4.5 million child deaths by dismantling USAID through DOGE spending cuts.
  • Khanna made the remarks on the "I've Had It" podcast, arguing there must be accountability for what Musk did with the Department of Government Efficiency rather than simply moving on.
  • The attack adds to renewed Democratic criticism of Musk after SpaceX's IPO earlier this month pushed him past trillionaire status and revived focus on his political influence and cost-cutting role.
  • Khanna has also backed a "Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act" that would impose a 5% annual tax on assets above $1 billion, directly targeting fortunes like Musk's.

Insights

What new checks and balances are needed when a trillionaire's influence directs public policy?
How can a private citizen be held accountable for the global impact of their government role?
When does the pursuit of government efficiency cross the line into a humanitarian crisis?