The rift between President Donald Trump and Tesla Inc. CEO Elon Musk continues to escalate, with White House AI czar David Sacks weighing in on the matter. Sacks expressed his hope for a future reconciliation between the two, citing their past friendship and shared objectives.
Background
Musk and Trump were once seen as allies, but their relationship has soured in recent months. The feud began when Musk criticized Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” a sweeping tax and spending proposal, as fiscally reckless. Trump responded with personal attacks, prompting Musk to call for his impeachment and reference unsubstantiated ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Although Musk later apologized and deleted certain comments, the feud is far from over.
Sacks’ Comments
In an interview, Sacks addressed the public fallout between Trump and Musk, stating, “I work for the president, and Elon’s a good friend. I do believe that Elon’s objectives politically can be achieved and can best be achieved through the Republican Party. I hope to convince him of that one day.” Sacks also expressed his desire for a reconciliation between the two, saying, “I hope there’ll be a reconciliation. They were once very good friends, and I hope they will be again.”
Implications of the Feud
The escalating feud has potentially wide-ranging implications for Tesla and the tech industry as a whole. Trump’s administration has signaled tougher oversight for autonomous vehicle technologies, which could impact Tesla’s Full Self Driving and Robotaxi initiatives. Additionally, budget cuts proposed by the Trump administration could slash key revenue streams for EV makers, including zero-emission vehicle credits.
Tesla’s Future
Despite the tensions, Tesla maintains an upward trend over the medium and long term, although it’s showing a short-term decline. Investors and analysts remain wary of Musk’s political ambitions, with some warning that he cannot lead Tesla while launching a political movement.
Conclusion
The feud between Trump and Musk continues to escalate, with Sacks urging Musk to reconsider his GOP ties. As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how the rift will impact Tesla and the tech industry. One thing is certain, however: the ongoing feud has significant implications for the future of autonomous vehicle technologies and the EV market.
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