Former President Donald Trump has denied reports that Elon Musk was ever considered for access to highly classified U.S. war plans related to China. The New York Times reported earlier this week that a briefing on these plans was allegedly scheduled to take place at the Pentagon on Friday. However, Trump firmly rejected this claim, stating that no such meeting was ever authorized or planned during his administration.
"The idea that Elon Musk, or anyone else outside of the government, would have access to such sensitive information is simply false," Trump said in a statement. "We take national security very seriously, and access to classified documents is strictly controlled."
The denial follows increasing scrutiny regarding the involvement of private sector figures, like Musk, in matters of national security. Musk's companies, including SpaceX and Tesla, have significant contracts with the U.S. government, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest. The controversy highlights the delicate balance between leveraging private sector expertise and safeguarding classified information.
Trump Denies Musk Access to Classified China War Plans

Former President Trump has refuted claims that Elon Musk should have access to top-secret U.S. war plans concerning China. Trump dismissed a report suggesting a briefing on these plans was scheduled at the Pentagon. He stated that no such briefing was planned or authorized during his time in office. The denial comes amid ongoing discussions about the role of private sector leaders in national security matters.