Elon Musk is cutting back on his Washington involvement after Tesla profits fell 71%. The move comes amid mounting pressure over his dual roles in business and government.
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Elon Musk
Week of Apr 21 – Apr 27, 2025
Elon Musk's bold moves spark controversy and political backlash.
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This week, Musk’s controversial maneuvers sparked intense debate. Amid a 71% drop in Tesla profits and waning public confidence, his reduced Washington role encountered fierce political and economic criticism while disruptive initiatives like AI and DOGE projects fueled further turmoil.
Critics on X saw their reach plummet while Musk’s part-time role with the Trump administration and damage to Tesla’s brand fueled a turbulent narrative today.
www.nytimes.com · www.cnn.com · apnews.comCritics question Musk's math and economic claims while political rivals and guerrilla campaigns challenge his influence. His shifting role in government work adds to growing uncertainty and public skepticism.
www.washingtonpost.com · newjerseymonitor.com · timharford.com · www.newyorker.com · www.bbc.comElon Musk fuels controversy as his Memphis AI supercomputer faces pollution backlash, anti-Musk sticker sales surge, and his Doge initiative is criticized for self-destruction, while he makes a brief appearance at an Air Force interview.
www.theguardian.com · www.npr.org · www.axios.com · breakingdefense.com · www.bbc.comElon Musk pushed forward today with xAI Holdings in talks to raise $20 billion and his government team aggressively reshaping federal operations amid dynamic political shifts.
www.cnbc.com · www.cnn.comElon Musk's initiatives show mixed achievements today; his DOGE campaign and bold efficiency cuts saved billions but sparked chaos at political events and contributed to waning public popularity in Washington.
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