Trump deems Tesla protests illegal, supports Musk

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President Donald Trump has labeled recent protests against Tesla as illegal. He claims these boycotts are collusive efforts to harm the company due to CEO Elon Musk's ties to his administration. Tesla's stock has dropped significantly, losing 15 percent in one day, which has raised concerns about Musk's influence on the brand. Protests against Tesla have occurred in the U.S. and Europe, with some featuring anti-Musk messages. In response to the protests, Trump expressed support for Musk on social media, stating he plans to buy a Tesla to show confidence in the company. Musk's personal wealth has also declined sharply, linked to Tesla's stock performance.


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