Elon Musk Condemns Tim Walz for Mocking Tesla Stock Decline

Musk labels the Minnesota governor 'evil' and criticizes his comments as Tesla grapples with falling stock prices and reputational challenges.

Elon Musk called Minnesota Governor Tim Walz a 'huge jerk' and 'evil' for joking about Tesla's stock decline during a recent public event.
Walz had quipped that watching Tesla's stock drop on his phone gave him a 'boost,' later walking back the comments as a joke.
Tesla's stock has fallen over 30% year-to-date, with Musk attributing part of the decline to his government role and associated backlash.
Musk highlighted recent acts of vandalism against Tesla properties, which the Trump administration has categorized as 'domestic terrorism,' with federal charges filed against three individuals.
The Minnesota State Board of Investment, which manages state pension funds, owns a significant stake in Tesla, adding complexity to Walz's remarks.