The U.S. State Department's proposed $400 million purchase of armored electric vehicles, rumored to include Tesla, ignited widespread criticism regarding conflicts of interest involving Elon Musk. Critics feared Musk was exploiting his government ties for financial gain. Subsequently, the State Department altered the procurement document to remove direct references to Tesla and announced the contract was on hold. Despite Musk's claims of distance from the deal, concerns linger about his extensive government contracts and influence, particularly with SpaceX's significant portfolio of government contracts.
The U.S. State Department's plan to purchase "armored Teslas" drew public outrage over perceived conflicts of interest, leading to hasty changes in procurement documents.
The contract for armored electric vehicles is currently on hold, raising questions about its future amid critiques of Elon Musk's financial ties to government contracts.
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