Donald Trump retaliated against Elon Musk, asserting that the Tesla CEO relies heavily on American government subsidies and would likely return to South Africa without them. Trump criticized the EV mandate, while Musk condemned Trump's spending bill, threatening to form a new political party in response. The dispute highlights contrasting views on government support and political direction.
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