Elon Musk won't face action from UK's Royal Society

Elon Musk will not face any disciplinary action from the UK's Royal Society. Despite concerns about potential violations of the society's code of conduct, the organization decided that pursuing an investigation would harm both the academy and the cause of science. Musk is a fellow of the Royal Society, elected in 2018 for his contributions to space and electric vehicles. Recently, some members and the broader scientific community called for action against him, citing concerns over his behavior. The code of conduct requires fellows not to act in ways that undermine the society’s mission. Sir Adrian Smith, the Royal Society’s president, emphasized that investigating Musk was not in the society's best interest. He stated that opinions about fellows' conduct can vary widely, and taking disciplinary action based on political views could create more problems. Smith highlighted that the challenges facing science today are much larger than any individual case. He expressed the council's commitment to focusing on promoting science and defending it against attacks, especially in the US. The academy intends to engage more directly with its US fellows to understand their needs and how to support them effectively.