Overview

• Elon Musk criticized the Trump administration's tariffs, proposing a zero-tariff trade zone between Europe and North America to promote free trade.
• Peter Navarro dismissed Musk's criticisms as self-serving, arguing that Tesla's global supply chain would be negatively impacted by the tariffs.
• Navarro emphasized the administration's focus on supporting American manufacturing, contrasting Tesla's international operations with Detroit's production of American-made vehicles.
• Musk took to X to personally attack Navarro, questioning his qualifications and contributions, further intensifying the public dispute.
• Navarro denied any internal rift within the White House, asserting that Musk's comments reflect his business interests rather than broader economic concerns.