Summary

Elon Musk sparked controversy by falsely claiming entitlement programs like Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid have “$700 billion” in fraud annually, vastly exaggerating the actual figure (~$10 billion/year).

Musk labeled Social Security a “Ponzi scheme” and spread conspiracies about immigrants exploiting the system.

Critics argue Musk’s ignorance and conspiracy-mongering threaten essential public programs and data privacy, while his inflammatory rhetoric—such as calling Senator Mark Kelly, a former astronaut and combat veteran, a “traitor”—reinforces demands for his immediate removal from government.

  • PyroNeurosis@lemmy.blahaj.zone
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    23 hours ago

    That the case may be, but he’d be a martyr for the ultra-capitalistic sorts that make these efforts their life’s work.

    A despicable end, but one that may appeal to Musk himself.

    • ZoopZeZoop@lemmy.world
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      21 hours ago

      Nah. No one would mourn him. The next ultra rich person would learn from his mistakes, but continue on with his work.