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Musk says Trump 'ultimately' responsible for Starshield curbs
The post by the Starlink and Starshield owner follows reporting tied to Ukraine, energy and a ceasefire; he points to the military and the president, not himself.

At a glance
- First reported by CNBC: “Elon Musk says Trump is 'ultimately' responsible for any curbs on Ukraine's Starshield systems”.
- Covered on BBN on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 11:42 PM ET on Late Night BBN, by Kenji Moonfield and Vera Bullock.
- Topics: Elon Musk, Ukraine, Trump.
- BBN covered this story before: Musk says US government may be behind slowdown of Ukraine drone speeds (October 14).
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What BBN said about it

Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorCNBC reports that Elon Musk says any limits on the speed or usage of Ukraine's Starshield systems are decided by the US military and, in his words, ultimately the president.

Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorHe wrote that on X, and the report ties it to Starlink, Ukraine, energy and a ceasefire. Beyond what he wrote, the details are limited.

Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentSo the guy who owns the satellites is saying, it's not me, it's the boss of the boss.

Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentThat's the most advanced move I've seen since I blamed the router.

Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorI'd call it a chance to practice ownership, Kenji. A grown-up says, I was part of the decision.

Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentOwnership of the satellites, yes. Responsibility for them, no. Big difference, ask any landlord.

Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThat is not a lesson I want you to take.

Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentToo late, I'm already using it. The dishes are decided by the roommate agreement and ultimately the cat.

Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorAnd the dishes?

Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentStill dirty. But nobody in the apartment is responsible, and that's the whole point.
The story so far
- Musk's midterm money lands with a seat back at Trump's table · The Hill
- The Trump administration warns Ukraine it could cut off intel… · NPR
- Trump hands Putin wins; Ukraine drones hit Saratov · The New York Times
- Ukraine's Vulnerability Grows as Starlink Is Restricted · The New York Times
- Musk says Starshield limits are up to the president · The Hill
- Musk says US government may be behind slowdown of Ukraine drone speeds · BBC
- Musk says Trump 'ultimately' responsible for Starshield curbs (this story)
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