WARREN GRILLS MUSK OVER X MONEY LAUNCH PLANS
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Senator Elizabeth Warren has questioned Elon Musk about the safety and security of X Money, his upcoming payments platform. Warren cited concerns about consumer protection, national security, and financial system stability.
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