Apple News Today Musk rages at GOP as he returns to an uncertain business empire
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Jun 4, 2025 Elon Musk launches a scathing attack on a GOP tax bill, calling it an “abomination” as he navigates an uncertain future for Tesla. Amid ongoing chaos, Israel's aid distribution faces challenges in Gaza, revealing the humanitarian crisis. The podcast also tackles the Trump administration's deportation tactics for uncooperative countries. Additionally, it discusses Saudi Arabia's balancing act during the Hajj pilgrimage and the latest developments in the NHL as Canada hopes to break a long Stanley Cup drought.
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Musk's Political Shift Hurts Tesla
- Elon Musk's open criticism of GOP tax and spending bills reflects his break from previous political loyalty.
- His political actions have affected Tesla's sales and reputation, especially in liberal areas.
Tesla Faces Sales and Reputation Challenges
- Tesla's sales have declined worldwide amid Musk's political distractions.
- Tesla's reputation shifted: worsening in liberal states, mildly improving in Republican ones, but without sales growth.
Tesla's AI Pivot and Other Ventures
- Musk is steering Tesla into AI and robotics, aiming to sell humanoid robots for homes and factories.
- His other ventures like SpaceX and XAI are financially strong despite Tesla's struggles.