Overview
- Howard Lutnick, Commerce Secretary, urged Fox News viewers to buy Tesla stock during an appearance on 'Jesse Watters Primetime.'
- Lutnick praised Elon Musk as an exceptional entrepreneur and highlighted Tesla's technological advancements, including speculative plans for household robots by 2028.
- Critics have questioned the legality and ethics of Lutnick's comments, drawing comparisons to past controversies involving government officials endorsing private products.
- Lutnick denied owning Tesla stock, citing restrictions on stock ownership for government officials, but concerns over public trust remain.
- The comments come as Tesla faces protests and vandalism tied to Musk's political affiliations and business practices, alongside a significant drop in Tesla's stock value.