EXCLUSIVE: Trump Can 'Hurt Elon's Businesses,' Says Tesla Protest Organizer — But At This Point 'Who's Left' To Buy?

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing feud between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump may lead to Musk distancing himself from the White House, a situation that is welcomed by Tesla protestors, although they acknowledge that their efforts are not yet complete [1][2]. Group 1: Relationship Dynamics - The relationship between Musk and Trump was expected to have a time limit, with the end of the election marking a potential expiration date for their alliance [2]. - Despite the feud, it is suggested that Musk will continue to hold political influence due to his ownership of X, which allows him to shape narratives that the White House cannot ignore [3][4]. Group 2: Impact on Tesla - The potential for Trump to harm Musk's businesses exists, particularly if he decides to cut government contracts, which could be detrimental to Tesla [4]. - Protests are planned at Tesla dealerships and in Austin, Texas, coinciding with significant events such as Musk's birthday and Tesla's robotaxi demonstrations [4][5]. Group 3: Future Considerations - The focus of protests may shift from physical demonstrations to economic actions, such as encouraging pension funds to divest from Tesla stock [5]. - Musk's recent behavior has alienated left-leaning customers, and if he loses support from Trump, he may find himself with limited options [6]. - Tesla's stock price appears high in light of ongoing negative news and disappointing sales figures, with a recent increase of 3.7% to $295.14, but a decline of 14% over the past five days and 22% year-to-date in 2025 [7].