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UPDATED Oct 19, 2026 at 2:04 PM ET
Oct 19, 2026 at 7:03 AM ET
Musk pledges a SpaceX share to every U.S. child
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Elon Musk said Monday on social media that he plans to give one SpaceX share to every child in the United States starting next year, calling the gift “the first of many.” He did not explain how the shares would be distributed. The Verge cited about 72 million U.S. children as of July 2025 and estimated the shares would be worth about $10.5 billion, citing CNBC.
WHO: Elon Musk
WHAT: Musk said he plans to give one SpaceX share to every child in the United States starting next year.
WHEN: Oct 19, 2026
WHERE: USA
WHY: The reason for the planned giveaway was not stated.
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