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Sen. Mark Kelly to Replace Tesla Over Elon Musk's Leadership and Policies

Kelly criticizes Musk's role in federal layoffs and policy decisions, calling him an 'a**hole' and announcing plans for a new vehicle.

A Tesla Cybertruck and other Tesla cars are parked in front of the White House in Washington, DC, U.S., March 11, 2025.
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US Senator Mark Kelly is seen questioning Pete Hegseth, then President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Defense Secretary, during Hegseth's confirmation hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Capitol Hill on January 14, 2025, in Washington, DC. (Photo by ALLISON ROBBERT / AFP) (Photo by ALLISON ROBBERT/AFP via Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) announced he will stop driving his Tesla, citing dissatisfaction with Elon Musk's leadership and political actions.
  • Kelly criticized Musk’s role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency, which has overseen mass layoffs of federal employees, including veterans.
  • The senator, a Navy veteran, expressed frustration with Musk and President Trump’s policies, including proposed cuts to Social Security and healthcare benefits.
  • Kelly's decision follows Musk calling him a 'traitor' after the senator's recent visit to Ukraine to discuss U.S. policy on military aid.
  • Tesla’s stock has dropped significantly in 2025, attributed to backlash against Musk's government role and Trump’s tariffs impacting the company.