The conflict between Elon Musk and Donald Trump continues to develop, touching upon significant political and economic issues, including the budget bill.
Musk's Right to Speak for His Companies
At a White House press briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that Elon Musk has the right to speak on behalf of his companies. "The president has a responsibility to fight for this country," she added, mentioning that just days earlier, Trump and Musk met in the Oval Office.
Electric Vehicles and the Budget Bill
Recently, Musk and Trump appeared together at a White House press conference; however, just days later, their relationship soured. Musk criticized the administration for the potential removal of tax credits for electric vehicles, noting that it could cost Tesla $1.2 billion annually.
Withdrawal of Jared Isaacman's NASA Nomination
Last week, the White House withdrew Jared Isaacman's nomination to head NASA. Trump commented on this move, stating he would make a new selection based on the country's interests. Musk shared his thoughts on the political implications of the withdrawal, hinting at previous positive remarks from Trump about Isaacman.
The conflict between Trump and Musk highlights deep political and economic divides affecting future decisions in both the electric vehicle sector and space initiatives.
