All eyes are rightfully on Elon Musk and “DOGE” as they usurp Congress’ constitutional powers and ignore federal laws regarding privacy and civil service protections. But while this horrifying spectacle is new, Musk’s strategy of simply ignoring rules he doesn’t like is not. It is one that he has implemented throughout his career, and coupled with almost complete impunity for powerful wealthy men, this strategy has allowed him to become the figure he is today.
This list compiles media reports of Musk flouting local laws, federal regulations and more. We hope it proves to be a useful resource for those looking into his disregard for the law. If you know of another instance of Musk or one of his companies ignoring rules or regulations please email us [email protected], we want this list to be as comprehensive as possible.