Elon Musk, through SpaceX's Starlink, announced free broadband internet for Venezuela amid political upheaval. Billionaire Elon Musk announced his support for the people of Venezuela on Sunday, as SpaceX-owned Starlink revealed that it would provide free broadband internet to the country for a limited time. The decision comes amid rapidly shifting political events following the removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro by the United States. Political Chaos in VenezuelaThe announcement from Musk and Starlink coincided with dramatic developments in Venezuela’s political landscape. Background and US InvolvementThe US role in Venezuela's political upheaval has been long-standing.

Source: dna January 04, 2026 10:46 UTC