John Plumb, assistant secretary for space policy, told Bloomberg in an interview. The USA is actively cooperating with the Ukrainian government and SpaceXTo counter Russia’s illegal use of Starlink terminals.

Although Plumb did not disclose specific strategies and tactics, he expressed confidence that Russia would successfully defuse its efforts. He also stated that the issue is still valid.

We are currently successfully opposing Russia’s use of the terminals, but I am sure they will continue to find ways to use Starlink and other commercial communications systems. And although it will still remain a problem, I think we have already found good solutions with both Starlink and Ukraine.
said John Plumb.

Russians are already starting to have problems

Despite the continued availability of Starlink terminals in Russia through online platforms such as Ozon, recent reports indicate that users are experiencing connection issues, prompting them to upgrade to more expensive global service plans. However, the effectiveness of such workarounds is still controversial.

Musk is out of the game

Regarding the controversial figure of Elon Musk, here Plumb noted that the Pentagon fully trusts SpaceX, including access to classified information, is confident in the seriousness of the contract and that both parties understand the importance of complying with its terms.

Overall, Plumb praised SpaceX as a reliable partner and highlighted its contributions to the work of the Department of Defense, including the launch of satellites for national security purposes. He also assured that the Pentagon is actively working to extend the contract with SpaceX.

This is the second statement made by representatives of American institutions in a short time. Similar words had come from NASA director Bill Nelson’s mouth before. He said the space agency maintains close ties with SpaceX and is particularly confident in the partnership thanks to the company’s president, Gwynn Shotwell.

It seems that Elon Musk’s personality has become toxic and obnoxious to the point that more and more companies and departments are trying to separate his personality from his work in official communications. Instead, the important role of deputy directors or company representatives, who are responsible for making important decisions and cooperating, is emphasized.