Tech billionaire Elon Musk has made headlines once again—this time not for launching rockets or AI ventures, but for sharing chilling concerns about government corruption and his own safety. In a revealing interview on The Joe Rogan Experience, Musk claimed that delving too deep into political corruption in Washington, D.C., could put his life at serious risk.
During the podcast, Musk didn’t hold back. While discussing the nature of insider trading and corruption among U.S. lawmakers, he states plainly: “If I go deeper into this stuff, I’m probably going to get assassinated.”
Musk, who now heads the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under the Trump administration, explained that political figures are allegedly using their positions to accumulate personal wealth far beyond market standards. He cited examples where top politicians—such as former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi—have reportedly seen profits outperforming major indexes like the S&P 500.
“It’s more than just insider trading,” Musk explained. “The stock portfolio stuff is quite trackable, but it’s a lot more than that.”
Rogan, intrigued, asked for more detail: “And what other methods?”
Musk paused and replied, “I actually have to be careful not to push too hard on this corruption stuff”
Elon Musk Is Exposing Wealth Among the Powerful
Musk continued by highlighting the concern that a number of lawmakers appear to use insider knowledge to manipulate markets or back legislation that benefits their personal investments.
He also revealed that he’s received more death threats in the past couple of years than ever before, especially as his role in DOGE grows more prominent.
Government Spending Cuts and Reform Goals
As head of DOGE, Musk and his team have already recommended over $150 billion in spending cuts, targeting programs they deem inefficient or politically biased—especially in diversity initiatives. While DOGE doesn’t have the power to enforce changes, its findings could influence future federal policies and budget priorities.
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are “money printing machines for the elite.”
Reactions and Ramifications
Musk’s comments have sparked massive public reaction, with some hailing him as a whistleblower willing to confront corruption, while others question the risks and political motivations behind his statements.
What’s clear is that Musk is stepping further into the political arena, and his bold claims—along with his visible role in a reform-focused government agency—have increased both his influence and the controversy surrounding him.
Elon Musk is disrupting industries from space travel to social media. Now he’s turning his attention to the political establishment. Whether you view him as a reformer, a provocateur, or a target, his comments raise serious questions about transparency, ethics, and the state of democracy.
With federal budget cuts, allegations of insider profits, and concerns about personal safety, this story is far from over—and may just be the beginning of a much larger national conversation.
