How Musk Has Infiltrated Texas State Government
City Cast Austin21 Jul 2025

How Musk Has Infiltrated Texas State Government

The world’s richest man may not have the same power he once had in the White House, but Elon Musk has become quite powerful in Austin, at the seat of Texas government. Host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by Lauren McGaughy, an investigative reporter and editor with the Texas Newsroom, based at KUT, who covers Musk and recently wrote about his secret emails with Gov. Greg Abbott, his fight with West Lake Hills neighbors over a fence, and how he successfully lobbied the Texas Legislature this year. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 21st episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Framebridge Cabana Club Austin Watershed Protection Get more from City Cast Austin when you become a City Cast Austin Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/austin Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter. Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

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