Shares of Tesla Inc. dropped over 7% after President Trump targeted Elon Musk, resulting in a heated exchange between the two.
Trump threatened to use the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) against Musk, highlighting Musk's reliance on government subsidies for companies like SpaceX and Starlink.
The feud escalated further with Musk criticizing Trump's spending bill, potential removal of electric vehicle tax credits, and hinting at forming a new political party called the 'America Party.'
The possibility of Trump canceling government contracts with Musk's firms and impacting Tesla's finances was raised, with Trump even mentioning the idea of deporting Musk.