Elon, Inc. Can ‘MAMUWT’ Be to Musk What ‘TACO’ Is to Trump?
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Jun 17, 2025 Carmen Arroyo, a Bloomberg credit markets reporter, joins the discussion to analyze the tumultuous relationship between Elon Musk and Donald Trump. The conversation dives into the potential for Musk's self-driving car ambitions amid regulatory hurdles. Arroyo highlights xAI's urgent need to raise funds, revealing they are attempting to secure over $9 billion in a challenging financial climate. The team also introduces playful new acronyms, like MAMUWT, as they explore the intricacies of Musk's ventures and their market impact.
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Musk Apologizes to Trump
- Elon Musk issued a rare apology to Donald Trump to mend fences after previously harsh criticisms.
- This conciliatory move may help Musk ease regulatory barriers and gain government project access.
NHTSA Speeds Up Self-Driving Rules
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration plans to speed up self-driving car approvals.
- This procedural change is a small but positive sign for Tesla amid Musk-Trump rapprochement.
MAMUWT: Musk Always Makes Up With Trump
- Max Chafkin proposed the acronym MAMUWT: Musk Always Makes Up With Trump.
- It captures the pattern of Musk patching up relations with Trump despite conflicts.