All In with Chris Hayes ‘Kicked him out of town’: Elon Musk ‘leaving in disgrace’ after 4 chaotic months
May 30, 2025
Claire McCaskill, former Democratic senator from Missouri, and Mark Elias, a renowned election lawyer, join the discussion on Elon Musk's chaotic tenure as co-president and its repercussions. They analyze Musk's missteps and the fallout affecting his reputation and business. The conversation shifts to judicial checks on Trump's authority, revealing how these court rulings are reshaping political accountability. They also critique the rise of attention-driven politics in Congress, where image trumps governance, emphasizing the need for genuine representation.
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Elon Musk's Failed Government Role
- Elon Musk's government role was a chaotic, destructive failure that worsened agency function and hurt global vulnerable populations.
- His cost-cutting promises fell drastically short, barely denting federal spending and damaging his own reputation.
Musk's Government Rejection and Political Defeat
- Musk was widely disliked inside government, leading to conflicts and being "kicked out of town" by government employees.
- His political support faltered when his endorsed Wisconsin candidate lost by 10 points despite massive spending.
Musk's Political Failure Hurts Tesla
- Musk's political and business credibility plunged due to his failed government stint and resulting public disfavor.
- Tesla sales plunged, inventory piled up, and shareholders demanded Musk return full-time to manage the crisis.