United States • 2026-05-02 14:00

Critics say Elon Musk’s universal high‑income plan favors tech oligarchs

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  • Category: United States
  • Language: EN
  • Published: 2026-05-02 14:00 UTC
  • Sources: The Hill

An opinion piece criticizes Elon Musk’s proposal for a universal "high income" for workers displaced by AI, contending that it would shift automation costs onto taxpayers, reduce personal accountability, and primarily benefit technology elites.

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