The first trillionaire in the world is a ruthless assassin.

Elon Musk’s upcoming SpaceX IPO is set to elevate him to the status of the richest person in history. However, his troubling personal conduct is a significant concern, particularly one glaring fact: just a year ago, Musk’s decisions led to the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people, and he did so with full awareness and a disturbing sense of glee.

This isn’t just a matter of personal character; the consequences of his actions are dire. During the early months of President Trump’s second term, Musk’s leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) resulted in the dismantling of the US Agency for International Development, an organization crucial for global public health. Musk labeled this lifesaving agency a “criminal organization” and boasted about “feeding USAID into the wood chipper,” a reference that might resonate with fans of dark humor but underscores a chilling reality.

In the aftermath, public health models indicated that Musk’s actions could lead to over 780,000 deaths, primarily among children and infants, due to the cuts in funding for malaria, tuberculosis, HIV, and other critical health initiatives. Experts have largely agreed that the death toll is in the hundreds of thousands, with projections suggesting that the cuts could result in 163,500 child deaths annually. Despite these alarming forecasts, Musk showed no signs of concern.

During a televised cabinet meeting in 2025, Musk, donning a MAGA hat, joked about “accidentally” halting Ebola prevention efforts, claiming it was a mistake that would be rectified. However, a whistleblower from USAID testified that no such fix ever materialized. Now, Africa is on the brink of what could be the worst Ebola outbreak in history, and the impact of DOGE’s actions extends beyond this crisis. Reports indicate that the HIV rate among newborns was nearing zero until Musk intervened.

You might think Musk’s destructive actions against global health programs would contradict his bizarre push to increase birth rates, but they align with his troubling history of racist rhetoric. He has propagated claims of “white genocide” in South Africa, shared white supremacist talking points, and incited racial tensions in the UK, all while dismantling a successful global health initiative that saved countless Black lives.

Even within the extremist circles of the Trump administration, Musk was viewed as particularly extreme. Trump’s chief of staff remarked that Musk operated as a “complete solo actor,” acknowledging that he likely understood the horror his actions would evoke but proceeded regardless.

On IPO day, Musk addressed SpaceX employees, stating, “There are always problems on Earth… but there also have to be things that get you excited about the future.” This sounds inspiring until you realize that one of the projects he got excited about involved dismantling immunization efforts that protect children from deadly diseases. His rhetoric about Earth’s problems rings hollow when he actively contributes to them.

The stories of those affected by Musk’s decisions are heartbreaking. Many dedicated their lives to missions aimed at preserving human dignity and health, only to be dismissed without cause. Unlike Musk, these individuals entered public service to make a difference, not for personal gain.

Musk’s actions have not only undermined vital missions but have also dehumanized those involved, all under the guise of making the government more efficient. However, there’s a stark difference between efficiency and incompetence; an agency that no longer exists cannot be deemed efficient—it has simply been destroyed. A fire department without firefighters may look good on paper, but it leaves a city in flames.

The deliberate dismantling of life-saving initiatives is a form of psychopathic behavior that should disqualify anyone from holding power. Yet, here we are, facing a reality where Musk’s combination of wealth, media influence, and governmental power is unprecedented.

After his tumultuous tenure at DOGE ended without significant impact, Musk exited government with the same indifference that characterized his time there. While the financial savings from DOGE are questionable, the loss of expertise and capability from society is undeniable, making Musk’s project one of the most costly in history.

Musk hasn’t completely distanced himself from government; he still relies on federal contracts for SpaceX. Although he may wear a different hat now, little has changed. His platform remains a source of distress, and his AI initiatives have become a breeding ground for misinformation and harmful content. This is a person who shouldn’t just be kept from amassing wealth; he shouldn’t be allowed near vulnerable spaces.

Elon Musk has long demonstrated that he is not the savior the world needs. In fact, the world now requires protection from him.