Has Elon Musk Shifted His Stance On Government Salaries? He's Seemingly Aligning With AOC In Advocating for Higher Pay
Elon Musk has seemingly shifted his stance on government salaries, suggesting that increasing compensation for lawmakers and senior government employees could reduce corruption. This position aligns with arguments made by Democrats, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who advocates for better pay to prevent financial temptations. The change in Musk's stance comes after he played a key role in tanking a bipartisan funding bill that included a modest pay raise for members of Congress.
- As Musk becomes more vocal on the issue, it will be interesting to see how his influence affects the push for higher salaries and whether other lawmakers follow suit.
- Can increasing government salaries without inflating costs through excessive compensation actually curb corruption, or would it merely create new challenges for lawmakers to navigate?