The Rachel Maddow Show Musk tries to blame paid protesters for his wild unpopularity, collapse of Tesla
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Apr 23, 2025 
Elon Musk, the visionary CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, delves into the tumultuous landscape of public perception following Tesla's profit decline. He controversially attributes his unpopularity to paid protesters while Rachel Maddow dismantles this narrative, highlighting genuine public concerns about critical social issues. They discuss the implications of organized protests and the disconnect between Musk's expectations and the realities facing his companies. Polling data suggests a significant shift in public sentiment, complicating the future for both Musk and controversial politicians.
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Tesla's Profit Collapse Explained
- Tesla's 71% profit drop is uniquely bad due to Elon Musk's political controversies.
- The company would have lost money if not for interest on investments and regulatory credits.
Musk's Explanation for Protests
- Elon Musk blames protests on organized, paid groups only seeking to maintain government waste.
- He denies genuine public discontent, attributing opposition to fraud and fraud recipients.
Nationwide Genuine Protests
- Diverse real protests happened nationwide against Musk and Trump’s policies, featuring disabled people, veterans, elderly, and families.
- These protests are genuine grassroots actions, directly opposing cuts and policies affecting social programs.
