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UPDATED Oct 19, 2026 at 8:05 PM ET
Oct 19, 2026 at 7:03 AM ET
Musk plans SpaceX share for every U.S. child
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Elon Musk said he plans to give one SpaceX share to every child in the United States starting next year. A separate report said President Donald Trump announced the shares would be distributed through Trump Accounts. With about 72 million U.S. children as of July 2025, the giveaway would be worth about $10.5 billion, according to CNBC.
WHO: Elon Musk
WHAT: Musk said he plans to give one SpaceX share to every child in the United States.
WHEN: Reported Oct 19, 2026 at 10:20 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: No reason for the proposed giveaway was reported.
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