Fort Knox- US Bullion Depository
Fort Knox, located in Kentucky, is home to the United States Bullion Depository, one of the most secure facilities globally, where a significant portion of the nation’s gold reserves is stored. The site has long been a symbol of financial security and secrecy, with its last full audit conducted in 1953 and only partial inspections since then168.
Recently, former President Donald Trump announced that Elon Musk would be “checking out” Fort Knox to verify whether the gold reserves are still intact. This follows Musk’s social media speculation about the transparency of U.S. gold holdings and his suggestion for a live-streamed inspection. Trump echoed this sentiment, stating that if the gold were missing, it would be a serious issue. Musk’s involvement aligns with his role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), where he has been advocating for audits to ensure financial accountability137.
The move has reignited debates about the status of America’s gold reserves, valued at approximately $425 billion. While Treasury officials maintain that annual audits confirm all gold is accounted for, skeptics point to the lack of a comprehensive audit in decades as a reason for concern. This development has also sparked broader discussions on financial transparency and alternative assets like Bitcoin
