Trump promotes Tesla cars outside White House, buys one
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.