In a recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, Elon Musk discussed the deep-seated corruption within the American government, particularly in Congress. Musk, known for his candidness, commented on how lawmakers, including former Speaker Nancy Pelosi, have outperformed stock market indexes, like the S&P 500, by trading stocks that appear to be based on insider information.

He highlighted the issue of lawmakers being allowed to trade individual stocks, noting that this could lead to conflicts of interest, with politicians possibly drafting or delaying legislation to boost their own portfolios. While he acknowledged that insider trading is easily trackable, Musk suggested that the corruption runs far deeper.

Musk also expressed concern about the potential risks he faces for exposing such corruption, jokingly saying that discussing it could “get him assassinated.” He further explained that the desperation of those involved in the corruption might lead to drastic actions if he presses too hard. Musk noted that while he wants to root out corruption, he’s cautious about how aggressively he approaches the issue.