RUBIO: THERE ISN'T A NAVAL BLOCKADE SURROUNDING CUBA; REASON FOR BLACKOUTS IS OLD EQUIPMENT THAT HAS NOT BEEN MAINTAINED

Elon Musk is planning an unconventional IPO for SpaceX, expected to be the largest ever, targeting mid-June. Instead of traditional roadshows, Musk aims to bring investors to SpaceX facilities, where they may tour manufacturing sites and potentially witness rocket launches. The company is projected to raise $40–80 billion. A confidential filing with regulators is expected soon, with a public filing to follow. SpaceX is also considering atypical measures, including modified lockup periods, preferential allocation to investors in Musk’s other ventures, and a larger share for retail investors, reflecting Musk’s norm-defying approach.

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