Pentagon watchdog declines to probe Starlink limits for Ukraine

The Pentagon's inspector general has declined to investigate recent Starlink and Starshield service disruptions for Ukraine, rejecting a bipartisan request from nine US senators. The decision raises concerns about Elon Musk's influence over critical military communications. Ukrainian officials reported speed restrictions this month that hindered intercepting Russian drones. The inspector general referred the matter to the Air Force, which lawmakers view as a refusal to probe Musk, despite the services being vital for Ukraine's wartime communications. Senator Jeanne Shaheen called for an independent investigation, citing conflicting accounts from the Trump administration and SpaceX. The Pentagon said it may reconsider if new information emerges, while concerns about Musk's control over Starlink have persisted for years.