Trump and Musk: A Clash Over EV Mandates

US President Donald Trump claimed Elon Musk is upset over losing the electric vehicle mandate in a recent bill. Trump hinted Musk might face more losses and urged a review of subsidies to Musk's companies, stirring tensions between the influential figures.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 01-07-2025 17:34 IST | Created: 01-07-2025 17:34 IST
Trump and Musk: A Clash Over EV Mandates
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US President Donald Trump on Tuesday asserted that billionaire Elon Musk is disgruntled over the loss of the electric vehicle mandate in the recent tax and spending legislation.

Trump issued a warning that the Tesla CEO might face greater challenges beyond this legislation.

Earlier, Trump suggested that the government's efficiency department should evaluate the subsidies received by Musk's businesses, implying savings could be achieved, thereby reigniting tensions between him and the world's richest man.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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