Elon Musk Criticizes Tim Walz Over Tesla Stock Remarks, Calling Him 'Evil' and a 'Creep'

The Tesla CEO condemned the Minnesota governor's comments about the company's stock decline, escalating tensions amid Tesla's ongoing financial and reputational challenges.

Elon Musk, in a March 28 interview, criticized Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for joking about Tesla's stock decline, calling the remarks 'evil' and 'creepy.'
Walz had quipped during a March 18 event that he added Tesla to his iPhone stock app to 'give me a little boost during the day,' referencing the stock's sharp drop.
Musk expressed frustration over the backlash Tesla faces, including declining stock value, operational pressures, and vandalism targeting the company.
The Minnesota State Board of Investment reportedly holds 1.6-1.8 million Tesla shares, drawing attention to the economic impact of the company's struggles on state pension funds.
Walz defended his comments as a joke, stating critics 'have no sense of humor,' while others, including Kevin O'Leary, questioned his awareness of the state's Tesla investments.