Leadership Controversy

Musk Fears Tesla Ouster: Should the Board Toss Him Out?

Elon Musk reaffirmed his commitment to remaining Tesla CEO for at least five more years, stating he would only step down if he dies. This declaration follows recent speculation about his future leadership amidst controversies including protests, a legal dispute over his compensation, and Tesla’s weaker-than-expected European sales. Musk dismissed concerns about Tesla’s performance, citing a recent stock market recovery and projecting strong future sales. He emphasized his desire to maintain control over the company’s direction, particularly concerning its expansion into humanoid robotics.

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Musk Admits Government Email Stunt Was a Ruse

Elon Musk, tasked with streamlining the federal workforce, initiated a controversial “pulse check” email campaign demanding weekly accomplishments from all federal employees under threat of termination. The initiative, quickly deemed “stupid” by some, was intended to assess employee responsiveness and capacity, according to Musk. However, the email sparked significant internal conflict, with agencies such as the FBI and Pentagon advising employees against responding, creating widespread confusion and division within the government. The Office of Personnel Management stated that agencies would determine further action based on employee responses.

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