Minnesota Governor Tim Walz stirred controversy when he initially stated he enjoyed watching Tesla's stock decline, referring to it during a Wisconsin town hall. He later retracted this sentiment during a New York event, acknowledging his comments were inappropriate and labeling himself as a smartass. Walz criticized those who took offense to his joke as lacking a sense of humor. This incident gained attention partly due to Minnesota’s investment in Tesla shares, making his comments potentially more contentious.
During a town hall event, Gov. Walz expressed enjoyment watching Tesla's stock fall, which he later retracted, citing it was a joke and criticizing those offended.
Governor Walz later described himself as a smartass, explaining that he shouldn’t have made the joke and that those who took offense were overly sensitive.
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