The article discusses the unusual collaboration between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, highlighting a press event where Trump endorsed Musk's car amidst an evident decline in Tesla's market value and Musk's public image. The article reveals the underlying tensions both men face due to public and stock market reactions. As Tesla struggles, with its stock halving and Musk's platforms losing users, the problematic implications of their union suggest a significant shift in how oligarchs navigate public sentiment, especially in the context of economic downturns.
"Pimping out the presidential office for advertising purposes, Donald Trump, with Elon Musk, shows an unprecedented blend of power and commercialism in politics."
"Tesla's share price has halved since December, suggesting that the fallout from Musk's decisions is beginning to affect more than just his reputation."
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