Conservatives embrace Tesla as liberals ditch Elon Musk

Elon Musk says backlash against his DOGE government cuts is hurting Tesla stock

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said Sunday that his involvement in the Trump administration could be hurting the automaker’s stock price.

NBC News - 6h

Musk on Tesla vehicle attacks: 'That's somebody else's car'

Elon Musk has denounced the anti-Tesla vandalism that has been sparked by his role in President Trump's administration and the Department of Government Efficiency, stating that it is "insane" and ...

The Hill - 10h

The Proud Boys and Militias Come to Tesla’s Defense

After weeks of “Tesla Takedown” protests, extremist groups are showing up to back Elon Musk’s beleaguered car company.

Wired - 5h

Elon Musk Has a Chef for His Tesla Diner

Eric Greenspan, a developer of delivery-only restaurants, is reported to be the choice as the company faces political blowback.

The New York Times - 3d

Elon Musk rallies support for DOGE at Wisconsin campaign event

Elon Musk began and ended his town hall in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on Sunday by urging attendees to back conservative Brad Schimel in the state's high-stakes Supreme Court election Tuesday.

NBC News - 20h

Elon Musk says backlash against his DOGE government cuts is hurting Tesla stock

Shares of Tesla entered Monday down more than 34% year to date, and the stock has been cut nearly in half from its peak in December.

CNBC - 3h

Tesla EVs, charging stations targeted by possible arson in Italy and France

Tesla has been the target of protests around the world amid owner Elon Musk's affiliation with the Trump administration and his backing of European far-right parties.

CBS News - 7h

Musk visits Wisconsin ahead of critical election

Elon Musk is supporting the conservative candidate for Wisconsin's open state Supreme Court seat. Several groups aligned with Democrats accuse Musk of trying to buy the seat. The election there is ...

NBC News - 1d

Tesla plunges 36% in first quarter, worst performance for any period since 2022

Tesla had its third-worst quarter ever in the first three months of the year, a stretch that's corresponded with Elon Musk's time with the Trump administration.

CNBC - 3h

Trump says he expects Musk to eventually return to running companies

President Trump on Monday said he expects Elon Musk will eventually return to running his companies after his work overhauling the federal government. A reporter noted that Musk, the CEO of Tesla ...

The Hill - 1h

Inside Maye Musk’s Cozy Relationship With China

As Elon Musk continues to expand his political power in the US, his mother has repeatedly traveled to China to speak at events, model for Chinese brands, and promote Tesla.

Wired - 4d

Elon Musk’s xAI Acquires X, Because of Course

Social platform X struggled after Elon Musk took over, but its fortunes improved dramatically after US President Donald Trump won reelection. Now it will be become part of Musk's AI startup xAI.

Wired - 3d

Everybody hates Elon. But why?

Do you hate Elon Musk? If you do, you're certainly not alone.

The Hill - 8h

SEC continuing $150 million lawsuit against Elon Musk

The Securities and Exchange Commission is continuing its $150 million lawsuit against Elon Musk that was brought during the Biden administration.

ABC News - 4h

Wisconsin provides a critical test for Democrats' anti-Elon Musk playbook

Next week’s Wisconsin Supreme Court race is emerging as the first big test of Democrats’ anti-Elon Musk strategy as the party searches for a winning message following its loss to President Donald ...

NBC News - 4d

Elon Musk offers giveaway in Wisconsin Supreme Court election

Elon Musk will be in Wisconsin to hold a rally for Republican candidate Brad Schimel in a state Supreme Court election that could have a big impact on the next presidential race in the battleground ...

NBC News - 1d

Startup Founder Claims Elon Musk Is Stealing the Name ‘Grok’

Elon Musk said he borrowed the name from a 1960s science fiction novel, but another AI startup applied to trademark it before xAI launched its chatbot.

Wired - 14h

Elon Musk emerges as 'sometimes the main character' in Wisconsin Supreme Court race

NBC News Correspondent Shaq Brewster joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss what’s at stake in Wisconsin’s Supreme Court election and how Elon Musk’s looming presence could mobilize voters.

NBC News - 3h

Elon Musk hands out $1m checks to voters amid Wisconsin supreme court election race

Musk denied he was buying votes but said the court election outcome would be critical to Trump’s agenda and ‘the future of civilization’. Elon Musk gave out $1m checks on Sunday to two Wisconsin ...

The Guardian - 18h

Elon Musk says xAI has acquired X in deal that values social media site at $33 billion

In a social media post on Friday, Elon Musk said his startup xAI has acquired his social media company X.

CNBC - 1d

Elon Musk gives out $1M to Wisconsin voters after unsuccessful legal challenge

Taking the stage in Green Bay wearing a yellow foam cheesehead hat, Elon Musk gave out $1 million checks on Sunday to two Wisconsin voters.

CBS News - 9h

Elon Musk sells X to his own xAI for $33 billion in all-stock deal

Elon Musk has sold social media site X to his own xAI artificial intelligence company in a $33 billion all-stock deal, the billionaire announced on Friday

ABC News - 3d

Elon Musk Visits CIA to Discuss DOGE Cuts

A federal judge ordered the agency to reconsider its firings of employees who had been assigned to diversity recruiting.

The New York Times - 1h

Musk’s xAI Buys Social Media Platform X for $45 Billion

Elon Musk said on X that ‘xAI and X’s futures are intertwined.’ He bought Twitter for $44 billion in 2022.

Inc. - 3d

Musk Gives $1 Million Checks to Voters Amid Wisconsin Court Race

Elon Musk campaigned on Sunday in Green Bay for a state Supreme Court candidate he has spent lavishly to support — but who did not attend his event.

The New York Times - 7h

Tuesday's elections by the numbers: Elon Musk's influence, early voting and more

A steady stream of money, advertisements and activity from national political figures has flowed into Wisconsin and Florida ahead of elections Tuesday.

NBC News - 3h

Musk: Wisconsin Supreme Court race 'might decide the future of America and Western Civilization'

Tech billionaire Elon Musk on Sunday stressed the importance of the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, saying it could determine “the future of America and Western Civilization.” Musk reposted a report ...

The Hill - 1d

Musk-funded group spends big in Wisconsin Supreme Court race

Elon Musk and his political operatives have tried to shape the closely watched Wisconsin Supreme Court race in ways that are not immediately obvious but could be critical to Tuesday’s outcome

ABC News - 11h

Musk’s Doge gains access to federal payroll system despite staff warnings

Officials said accessing system that processes 276,000 employees’ salaries could put unit at risk of cyber-attacks. Members of Elon Musk ’s so-called “department of government efficiency” (Doge) ...

The Guardian - 5h

The people vs Musk: billionaire transforms Wisconsin court contest

State election has become most expensive judicial race in US history as Tesla boss spends unprecedented amount

Financial Times - 19h

How Wisconsin's Supreme Court race could have national impact

Wisconsin is preparing for what could be the most expensive state judge election in U.S. history. Money has been pouring into the campaigns of both the conservative and liberal candidates from of ...

NBC News - 7h

Musk says he is giving out two $1 million checks to 'get attention' from 'legacy media'

Tech billionaire Elon Musk handed out oversized $1 million checks to two attendees of his town hall in Wisconsin on Sunday evening, saying the stunt is cheaper and more effective than paying for ...

The Hill - 21h

Musk hands out $1M checks after efforts to block the giveaways in court are rejected

The Wisconsin Supreme Court rejected state Attorney General Josh Kaul's lawsuit to stop Elon Musk and America PAC from giving $1 million each to two town hall attendees.

ABC News - 12h