Pete Hegseth appoints Elon Musk to US taskforce on future of warfare

Pete Hegseth has announced that Elon Musk will co-lead 'Project Meridian,' a new US government taskforce focused on the future of warfare. Musk, who previously led the short-lived Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), will work alongside Anduril CEO Palmer Luckey and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich. The 120-day initiative aims to identify technological capabilities required for US dominance on next-generation battlefields, including operations in subterranean environments and space. The project will explore advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics, and biotechnology. Critics note that both Musk and Luckey hold significant defense contracts, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest. The taskforce is expected to conclude its work with an unclassified public report detailing recommendations for maintaining global military superiority. This appointment marks a notable return to government-adjacent work for Musk following his previous tenure in the Trump administration.