Part 2: How Elon Musk will benefit from NASA’s Mars plans

Elon Musk is pressing NASA to abandon its planned journeys to the moon – projects that have been decades in the making, with billions already spent and contracts already signed. Despite backlash from NASA insiders and politicians on both sides of Congress – who view his plans as costly, disruptive and politically toxic – Musk remains resolute. Today, Wall Street Journal reporter Emily Glazer, on whether the SpaceX CEO can really upend NASA’s return to the moon. This is part two of a two-part series. It was originally published in April 2025.   If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Wall Street Journal reporter, Emily Glazer. Background Reading: Elon Musk’s Mission to Take Over NASA—and Mars Photo: AP Photo/NASASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.