St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer told MSNBC Monday that the Federal Emergency Management Agency was “not on the ground” and that the area did “not have confirmed assistance” from FEMA, forcing local organizations such as the St. Louis Community Foundation to turn to crowdfunding to rebuild their community.

Musk has earned a cushy second act — as the recipient of sweetheart deals from foreign governments looking to gain favor with the president.

"I think in terms of political spending, I'm going to do a lot less in the future," Musk said, adding, "I think I've done enough."