Elon Musk's Unprecedented Global Influence

Ronan Farrow's article in the New Yorker explores Elon Musk's unprecedented influence and "shadow rule" in the US government. Farrow highlights Musk's leverage in the Russia-Ukraine war through SpaceX satellites and his subsequent advantage in talks with US leaders and possibly Vladimir Putin. The article discusses Musk's significant impact on various fields, such as energy, transportation, and space exploration, with Tesla and SpaceX shaping America's charging stations and NASA's astronaut transportation. Government officials treat Musk like an unelected official, and his attitude is compared to that of Louis XIV. The article also delves into Musk's personal backstory, describing his intense dedication and sacrifice for his companies.