Trump praises Musk's contributions, plans to buy Tesla
President Donald Trump praised Elon Musk for his contributions to America and plans to buy a new Tesla. Trump criticized those attacking Tesla and expressed support for Musk's work in the DOGE Ministry, which aims to reduce government expenses. Musk thanked Trump on social media for his support. He acknowledged the challenges of running his businesses while involved with the DOGE Ministry. Tesla shares recently fell to a five-month low, dropping 15% amid investor concerns. The decline in Tesla's stock is linked to worries about Musk's focus on his various ventures and potential economic issues. Investors are reacting to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration and fears of a recession.