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Center · Read · October 21, 2026

Oct 20 · Musk says Tesla and SpaceX are exploring a merger

BBC News: Elon Musk confirms he is considering merging Tesla and SpaceX

Grade A (100/100). Musk's words, committees, revenue

Lehrer score 100/100 (no deductions). Fixed scale: 90+ A, 80s B, 70s C, 60s D, under 60 F → A.

Musk quoted on the call throughout; figures tied to SpaceX's results; the Starshield claims are attributed and Trump's denial is included.

Agrees: Musk on the merger call

Splits: Musk's own words on the committees and the shareholder hurdle, plus SpaceX's revenue split

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Same story: The Guardian, Just the News

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