Elon Musk's Philanthropy Raises Questions on Priorities and Tax Benefits

Elon Musk runs a giant charity with billions that could make a global impact, but its donations have been haphazard and self-serving
Musk's charity donated $20M to Cameron County schools and $10M to Brownsville for downtown revitalization right after a SpaceX rocket explosion there
Unlike other billionaires, Musk's philanthropy helps his own business interests and makes him eligible for enormous tax breaks
Musk has given away far less money through his charity some years than would be required despite billions in tax-deductible donations
Unlike Bill Gates and Walmart's Walton family, Musk's donations have not aimed to create systemic change in areas like health care or education