<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false">Tesla, once admired for its sky-high valuations and tech focus, is now facing a damaged reputation and bleak financial future.Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, has reportedly just recognized the crisis the company is facing due to his political activities.Tesla's expensive ventures in AI and robotics are unlikely to yield results soon, adding to its challenges.The company's struggles seem to be escalating, contrasting its past success and Musk's loyal customer base.