Pentagon discloses military deal with Elon Musk — RT World News.

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Report Overview: The article has a score of 60 out of 100, indicating that it is moderately objective. There are several instances of manipulations found in the article, which have affected its objectivity.

Sides Objectivity Scores

SpaceX (70)

Pentagon (50)

US Space Force (50)

Ukraine (50)

Russia (50)

Sides Representation Balance

Favored Side

SpaceX

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Detected Manipulations & Suggested Changes

Misleading headlines

The headline of the article is misleading as it suggests that the Pentagon has disclosed a military deal with Elon Musk, while the content of the article mentions a contract between SpaceX and the Pentagon.

ARTICLE TITLE: Pentagon discloses military deal with Elon Musk — RT World News

Change the headline to accurately reflect the content of the article.

Cherry-picking data

The article selectively mentions instances where Elon Musk has expressed reluctance to be involved in combat or military activities, but also mentions instances where SpaceX has faced criticism for its decisions in Ukraine.

Musk has come under fire from US officials for SpaceX’s decisions in Ukraine, after allegedly refusing Kiev’s demands to use the Starlink network to aid strikes on Russia’s Black Sea fleet last year.

Provide a more balanced representation of Elon Musk's stance on military involvement and the reasons behind SpaceX's decisions in Ukraine.

Omission of key information

The article does not provide sufficient information about the Starshield program, the purpose of the contract between SpaceX and the Pentagon, and the details of the deal.

CEO Elon Musk described the effort as a military alternative to the Starlink system, although it will apparently rely on the existing constellation of satellites.

Include more details about the Starshield program, the purpose of the contract, and the specifics of the deal between SpaceX and the Pentagon.

Unsubstantiated claims

The article mentions claims made by Elon Musk's biographer without providing evidence or sources to support those claims.

The billionaire’s biographer, Walter Isaacson, revealed earlier this month that Musk had developed a as a way to wash his hands of the project.

Provide evidence or sources to support the claims made by Elon Musk's biographer.

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