How powerful is Elon Musk? How his political influence compares to past U.S. moguls

Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders are actively seeking alternatives to Starlink following recent events involving SpaceX. This shift occurs as critics argue that Elon Musk's immense wealth grants him excessive political power. However, historians suggest that his influence is not unique when compared to other prominent American moguls from the past. Consequently, Ukraine is scrambling for new options to reduce its reliance on the tech entrepreneur's satellite network for critical communications and strategic operations.