Senator Mark Kelly Ditches Tesla Over Elon Musk's Leadership of Federal Cuts
The Arizona senator criticized Musk for his role in government layoffs and political clashes, opting for a gas-powered Chevy Tahoe instead.
- Senator Mark Kelly announced he is selling his Tesla, citing dissatisfaction with Elon Musk’s leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and its federal workforce cuts.
- Kelly, a retired astronaut and Navy veteran, posted a video on X where he called Musk an 'a--hole' and criticized his involvement in slashing social programs and firing veterans.
- The decision follows a heated exchange between Kelly and Musk on social media, where Musk labeled Kelly a 'traitor' for his support of Ukraine, prompting strong rebuttals from the senator.
- Tesla has faced significant backlash, including protests and vandalism at showrooms, as Musk’s political ties to President Trump and DOGE have polarized public opinion.
- Kelly’s move to a Chevy Tahoe, a gas-powered SUV, highlights a shift in sentiment among some Democrats who previously championed electric vehicles like Tesla.