Elon Musk faces criminal liability under 18 U.S.C. § 208 for failing to recuse himself from matters where he holds a financial interest as a special government employee.

Despite attempts to suppress this information, the law mandates strict compliance, and his actions to dismantle investigative agencies only underscore his violations.

The statute enforces strict liability, meaning intent is irrelevant; mere participation suffices for liability.

Musk’s reported failure to file mandatory financial disclosures and his efforts to shut down agencies investigating his activities further exacerbate his legal exposure.

These actions not only violate federal conflict-of-interest laws but also raise ethical concerns about transparency and accountability in public service