Elon Musk Podcast Elon Musk News Today - DOGE, Trump and Tesla
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Apr 4, 2025 
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, discusses his recent tumultuous week with surprising candor. He reflects on the rapid decline of his public image due to missteps in political influence and costly miscalculations. The conversation shifts to Tesla's struggles amidst fierce competition from BYD, raising concerns about customer loyalty. Musk also addresses the erosion of trust among electric vehicle enthusiasts, especially regarding unmet expectations for affordable models, and the repercussions of his political engagements.
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Wisconsin Political Misfire
- Elon Musk's $20 million political gamble in Wisconsin backfired.
- The liberal-leaning court retained its majority, rejecting Musk's candidate.
Buying Influence and Tesla's Decline
- Buying influence in court races is distasteful and borders on illegal in some states.
- Tesla's 13% drop in sales, the sharpest decline in history, contrasts with BYD's 60% jump.
Tesla's Struggles and Musk's Politics
- Tesla's slump reveals the company straining under Musk's leadership.
- Musk alienated Tesla's environmentally conscious early adopters by veering hard right politically.