Trump promotes Tesla cars outside White House, buys one

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President Donald Trump showcased Tesla cars outside the White House, expressing support for Elon Musk amid declining Tesla sales. The company has faced a 76% drop in sales in Germany and a 49% decrease in China. Trump announced he would buy a Tesla, which costs around $80,000, for White House staff. He criticized market reactions to Musk's government efficiency efforts, calling it "very unfair." Photographers noted Trump appeared to reference a Tesla sales pitch during the event. He mentioned he hasn't driven a car in a long time and is not allowed to drive.


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