Elon Musk Gloats as Trump Announces Billionaires Will Be Exempt From Normal Environmental Rules

Elon Musk is ecstatic after Donald Trump promises expedited approvals and permits for companies investing $1 billion or more in the US, including environmental approvals, leading to concerns about two sets of rules in the country. Trump’s push for increased oil and gas production aligns with his pick for Secretary of Energy, a climate change skeptic, while Musk’s disregard for environmental regulations at Tesla and SpaceX has drawn criticism. The initiative highlights the privileged position of the wealthy, leaving small business owners and the environment at risk.

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