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India Today
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- India Today
I like Tesla: Trump softens tone after Musk backtracks in ugly feud
US President Donald Trump said he still likes Tesla, even after a public spat with its CEO, Elon Musk. Speaking at a White House event on Thursday, Trump said, "I like Tesla," and added, "A lot of people love the electric. They like Tesla. So do I. In all fairness, I like Tesla and I like others too, but I also like combustion engines."advertisementHe had threatened to move his red Tesla to the White House. Trump made these comments during an event where he officially ended California's strict electric vehicle (EV) rules. While signing documents to cancel the state's EV mandates, Trump joked, "Now we know why Elon doesn't like me so much, which he does, actually. He does."The joke was a nod to the recent argument between the two. Musk lashed out at Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' calling it a "disgusting abomination." He even said the president should be impeached, to which, Trump responded by saying he was "disappointed" in Musk. BREAKING: President Trump says "I like Tesla." DogeDesigner (@cb_doge) June 12, 2025MUSK SAYS HE WENT TOO FAR Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has since admitted he went too far with his online posts about Trump. On Wednesday, Musk wrote on his social media platform X, "I regret some of my posts about President Donald Trump last week. They went too far."advertisementHe deleted several posts related to Trump -- including the post where he supported the idea of Trump being impeached. However, he still believes the Trump tax bill will only increase the country's financial tension between the two all-weather friends escalated to an extent that Musk even talked about starting his new political party. But things calmed down after close aides to both men stepped President JD Vance, White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, and David Sacks -- a friend of Musk and a senior Trump advisor on crypto -- all worked behind the scenes to bring Musk and Trump back on good to reporters at the Kennedy Centre, Vance confirmed he had spoken to both Trump and Musk. "We're trying to ensure that Elon is publicly supporting and privately supporting the president's agenda," Vance said. He also mentioned that Trump was "rightfully very frustrated" by Musk's comments but didn't want to continue fighting with InMust Watch
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Musk used X to boost Trump. Now he's wielding it against him.
Correction: A previous version of this article incorrectly stated the number of followers an account called DogeDesigner had on X. It has 1.4 million followers. - - - Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting stories from The Washington Post. For almost a year, Elon Musk marshaled the full force of X, his $45 billion social media platform, to boost Donald Trump's political fortunes and second presidency. On Thursday, as the two men publicly fought in a flurry of furious online posts, Musk revealed X to be a double-edged sword. Musk spent hours firing off mocking memes, curt put-downs and explosive allegations to his 220 million followers, just as he did during Trump's candidacy and as a member of his administration. Only this time, the target was Trump himself, not the president's critics. The attack deployed tactics familiar from Musk's many previous online battles. He dredged up old Trump tweets to suggest hypocrisy. He amplified posts from others critical of Trump. He accused the president of 'an obvious lie' about the cause of their falling-out and blasted him for 'ingratitude' for Musk's political support, claiming that 'without me, Trump would have lost the election.' As Trump lobbed disparaging posts back from his own social media platform, Truth Social, Musk also turned to a tactic he has used against others who have crossed him: insinuations of personal scandal. 'Time to drop the really big bomb,' Musk posted. Trump 'is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public. Have a nice day, DJT!' The tech mogul's about-face sent shock waves through X, the social network formerly known at Twitter that Musk acquired in 2022. His attack on Trump tested the loyalty of politicians and influencers active on the site, who scrambled to choose sides. And it set up a titanic political battle for the attention era: A pair of very online billionaires duking it out in public, each with his own social network and millions of acolytes ready to amplify his every post. Thursday's online drama underscored that while Musk's stewardship of X made it into a powerful tool for his allies and the conservative movement, he feels free to wrench it in whatever new direction he pleases. When he acquired Twitter, Musk drove some users and advertisers away from the platform by putting his personal views ahead of business concerns, loosening speech rules and reinstating accounts banned for harassment or spreading misinformation. His fight with Trump proved again that he is willing to risk an exodus of users - this time from the right - by using the platform as a bully pulpit. Trump commands an actual military, but Musk oversees the larger digital horde. He has 220 million X followers, while Trump has 100 million on X and another 10 million on Truth Social, where he has lately become more prolific than he ever was on Twitter. Musk also controls X's moderation policies and its algorithm, both of which he has used at times to boost his own reach and silence his critics. Musk's power to direct attention on X has helped drive the emergence of an ecosystem of pseudonymous conservative political and tech influencers. Many have built followings in the millions on X by praising Musk, denigrating his rivals and trumpeting his agenda. They've been rewarded with amplification from Musk and a cut of X ad revenue. All those advantages were arrayed in Trump's favor after Musk endorsed his candidacy on X less than an hour after Trump survived an attempted assassination in July. Musk donned a MAGA hat in his profile image, held an hours-long live audio event on X with Trump and posted fake AI-generated images of Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in communist regalia. On more than one occasion, pro-Harris accounts found themselves throttled or temporarily suspended, leading some Democrats to cry foul. As Musk's U.S. DOGE Service, or Department of Government Efficiency, swept through Washington in February at Trump's behest, X became a digital command center of the new administration. Musk used it to amplify claims of waste and corruption, some of them unfounded, at the agencies and programs he targeted for elimination. He baited critics with memes of himself as the Godfather and polled his followers on what DOGE should cut next. Now it's Trump that Musk is trolling, after ending his government service a long way short of his stated goal of cutting $2 trillion in federal spending. He sent warning shots on Tuesday, calling Trump's massive tax and immigration bill - the president's top domestic priority - a 'disgusting abomination.' The conflict escalated in a hurry on Thursday after Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that his 'great relationship' with Musk might be over. Over the following hours, Musk accused Trump and other Republican leaders of betraying their principles and approvingly reposted criticisms of them from other accounts. That can have ripple effects across X as users vie to craft posts that will win a reply or amplification from Musk that can boost their own followings. At one point Musk posted a poll asking his 220 million followers if it was time to 'create a new political party in America that actually represents the 80% in the middle.' Six hours into the 24-hour poll, the votes leaned heavily toward 'Yes.' Traffic to X surely spiked on Thursday as political and tech insiders became glued to the conflict and citizens were left to wonder what it meant for the world's richest person to be at war with its most politically powerful. How the feud will affect Musk's influence and business empire is less certain. Tesla and SpaceX, his most valuable companies, depend heavily on government regulation and contracts, making them vulnerable to attacks by Trump and his administration. Tesla stock fell Thursday as investors appeared to fear retribution. Public spats between influencers are great for engagement on social platforms. But if the acrimony continues, Musk may have to reckon again with an exodus of users repelled by his politics. His embrace of Trump sent liberals scurrying to Meta's Threads and upstart Bluesky. His split with the president could give Trump an opening to lure more conservatives to Truth Social. On Thursday, some X influencers appeared to have calculated they had better prospects by sticking with Musk. An account called DogeDesigner with 1.4 million followers posted that Musk 'sacrificed a lot for Trump' and deserved better treatment. Just last week, Musk had sent it a heart emoji for a post promoting his alliance with the president. Another account called Shibetoshi Nakamoto mused, 'can i finally say that trump's tariffs are super stupid.' In a battle between Musk and Trump, 'My money's on Elon,' conservative commentator Ian Miles Cheong wrote, adding that 'Trump should be impeached and Vance should replace him.' Musk reposted it to his followers, adding only: 'Yes.' Related Content To save rhinos, conservationists are removing their horns Donald Trump and the art of the Oval Office confrontation Some advice from LGBTQ elders as WorldPride kicks off amid fears
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Elon Musk Reflects on Twitter's Dogecoin Logo Swap: 'That Was Awesome'
Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk fondly recalled his infamous decision to briefly swap the Twitter logo for the Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) meme, a move that triggered a significant surge in the meme coin's value. Musk later renamed Twitter 'X.' What Happened: On Saturday, Musk responded to a post on X from 'DogeDesigner' who brought up the memorable event from two years prior. He wrote, 'That was awesome.' In April 2023, Musk had momentarily replaced the Twitter logo with the well-known Doge meme, the inspiration behind the original meme cryptocurrency DOGE, and its unofficial mascot. Trending: Maker of the $60,000 foldable home has 3 factory buildings, 600+ houses built, and big plans to solve housing — The logo switch, which was in place for roughly a week, resulted in a substantial rise in DOGE's price. The meme coin's value increased by nearly 8%, followed by a swift additional 30% gain. This was perceived by the Dogecoin community as Musk's attempt to incorporate his favored meme coin DOGE into It Matters: Musk's playful antics on Twitter have often had a significant impact on cryptocurrency markets, particularly DOGE. His decision to replace the Twitter logo with the Doge meme not only demonstrated his influence on social media but also highlighted the volatile nature of meme coins and their susceptibility to external factors. This event serves as a reminder of the power of high-profile individuals in shaping market trends and the potential for social media platforms to influence cryptocurrency values. Read Next: Hasbro, MGM, and Skechers trust this AI marketing firm — Invest before it's too late. 'Scrolling To UBI' — Deloitte's #1 fastest-growing software company allows users to earn money on their phones. You can invest today for just $0.30/share with a $1000 minimum. Send To MSN: Send to MSN UNLOCKED: 5 NEW TRADES EVERY WEEK. Click now to get top trade ideas daily, plus unlimited access to cutting-edge tools and strategies to gain an edge in the markets. Get the latest stock analysis from Benzinga? This article Elon Musk Reflects on Twitter's Dogecoin Logo Swap: 'That Was Awesome' originally appeared on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
India Today
18-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
Trump repeats zero tariffs by India claim despite Jaishankar's 'undecided' remark
US President Donald Trump on Saturday reiterated his claim that India has offered to eliminate all tariffs on American goods, a day after New Delhi rejected the same assertion, clarifying that no such decision has been made. In an interview with Fox News, Trump, however, stressed that he is in no rush to finalise a trade deal with the world's fourth-largest make it almost impossible to do business. Do you know they're willing to cut 100 per cent of their tariffs for the United States?' Trump remarked, referring to India as a country where he aims to reduce trade barriers for American asked about the timeline for the deal, he responded, "That'll come soon. I'm in no rush. Look, everybody wants to make a deal with us." He added that he's not planning to 'make deals with everybody.'BREAKING: President Trump says India is willing to cut 100% of their tariffs for the United DogeDesigner (@cb_doge) May 16, 2025 Earlier this week, speaking at a business forum in Qatar, Trump claimed, 'India has offered us a deal where basically they are willing to literally charge us no tariff'. The remarks came amid a series of multi-level discussions between India and the US, following Donald Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs on several countries, including Affairs Minister S Jaishankar dismissed the zero tariffs claim, saying that the ongoing negotiations are complex and far from final."Between India and the US, trade talks have been going on. These are complicated negotiations. Nothing is decided till everything is. Any trade deal has to be mutually beneficial; it has to work for both countries. That would be our expectation from the trade deal. Until that is done, any judgment on it would be premature," he said while speaking to an Indian delegation led by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is scheduled to hold meetings in Washington with US counterparts to negotiate a bilateral trade agreement (BTA). During the four-day discussions, Goyal is expected to meet with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Commerce Secretary Howard talks also came at a point when Trump -- after announcing a surprise ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan -- claimed that he had threatened to cut trade ties with both sides."I said, let's stop it. If you stop it, we're doing trade. If you don't stop it we're not going to do any trade," Trump was quoted as telling reporters at the White House on to reports, both countries will try to take advantage of the ongoing 90-day tariff pause to reach an interim agreement and score "early mutual wins" before the first phase of the trade deal is announced in October this US has suspended 26 per cent levies on Indian imports until July 9, which Trump announced on April 2 to bridge the trade gap. The baseline tariff of 10 per cent still InMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Donald Trump
Newsweek
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
San Francisco's Great American Comeback
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. "You can't go into San Francisco. It's not livable. Fifteen years ago, it was the best city in the country, one of the best cities in the world, and now you can't do anything." That was President Donald Trump speaking on the campaign trail in 2024, offering a grim portrait of a city he claimed had become a cautionary tale of liberal governance. The idea of a "no man's land" city landed easily on social media and cable news, tapping into years of headlines about crime, homelessness and the tech exodus. "San Francisco was the best city of the country and one of the best cities in the world. Kamala has completely destroyed it. It's literally not liveable." 一 Donald Trump — DogeDesigner (@cb_doge) October 1, 2024 But on the ground in San Francisco, a very different picture is emerging—one of slow but measurable recovery, image repair and political recalibration. With new leadership and renewed energy in City Hall, signs of economic recovery downtown and notable public safety gains, the City by the Bay is attempting a reinvention rooted in pragmatism, old money, and a new centrist narrative that cuts against its reputation of being an experiment in progressive politics run wild. Daniel Lurie, San Francisco's recently elected mayor and heir to the Levi Strauss fortune, has emerged as a steady hand. "There's a renewed optimism in San Francisco," said Danny Sauter, a Democrat serving as District 3 Supervisor, whose district includes North Beach, Chinatown and parts of downtown. "For the first time in probably six or seven years, more residents are saying they believe the city is on the right track," he told Newsweek in an interview. District 3 Supervisor Danny Sauter (left) and California State Senator Scott Wiener (right) have emerged as key voices in San Francisco's efforts to combat crime and reshape the city's recovery narrative. District 3 Supervisor Danny Sauter (left) and California State Senator Scott Wiener (right) have emerged as key voices in San Francisco's efforts to combat crime and reshape the city's recovery narrative. Danny Sauter / Getty Images After years of skepticism and ridicule—often amplified by national figures like President Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, who once compared the city to a town from "The Walking Dead" — local officials are beginning to see a shift in tone. "People love writing San Francisco's obituary, but every time the world declares us dead, we come roaring back stronger," California State Senator Scott Wiener, another Democrat, told Newsweek. "We've worked to make San Francisco more welcoming for business, including through tax reforms and improvements to public safety and public spaces." Central to the city's turnaround narrative are its improving crime statistics. Homicides have plummeted to their lowest level in six decades, with just 56 recorded in 2024, according to data published by city officials in February. That figure represents a 34 percent decrease from 2023. Behind the decline in homicides was a focused effort by the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) to reduce shootings, which have historically been the leading cause of killings in the city. According to year-end data provided by the SFPD to Newsweek, firearm-related homicides dropped by 31 percent, while non-fatal shootings fell by 19 percent over the course of last year. District Attorney Brooke Jenkins, who was appointed after voters recalled ultra-progressive D.A. Chesa Boudin, credited improved collaboration with law enforcement as a key factor. "We built strong partnerships with SFPD and other agencies—relationships that were very strained before," Jenkins told Newsweek in an interview on Friday. As part of that effort, Jenkins said the D.A.'s office and police have also expanded surveillance across the city to strengthen investigations and support prosecutions. The momentum has continued into 2025. SFPD data shows that homicides between January 1 and April 14 dropped by another 56 percent compared to the same period in 2024. "This progress reflects our commitment to public safety while continuing to build trust in our communities," Mayor Lurie said in a public statement announcing the data. 'Changing the Conversation' Perhaps the most noticeable change for San Franciscans is the shift in tone and visibility. While former Mayor London Breed was known for her speeches, she often struggled to turn her leadership into tangible results—a factor that contributed to her reelection loss. Although a Democratic victory was never in question — 63 percent of the city's registered voters are Democrats — Mayor Lurie, who took office early this year, has adopted a more visible, hands-on approach. San Francisco Chronicle columnist Emily Hoeven called it "Trump-like" in its focus on optics and media control. Mayor Daniel Lurie of the San Francisco Giants throws the ceremonial first pitch on Opening Day at Oracle Park on April 4, 2025 in San Francisco, California. Mayor Daniel Lurie of the San Francisco Giants throws the ceremonial first pitch on Opening Day at Oracle Park on April 4, 2025 in San Francisco, California. Photo by Suzanna Mitchell/SanHoeven wrote in an April column there was no denying Lurie "has changed the conversation around San Francisco, even if the substance is still catching up to the slogans." That energy follows years of political turmoil in the city once known as the "Paris of the West." In 2022, voters recalled Boudin, the progressive D.A. known for his criminal justice reform policies, amid growing frustration over crime and a sense of lawlessness. Former Mayor Breed responded by boosting police funding and focusing on public order, but her administration struggled with rising public safety concerns, slow police response times and backlash to widespread "defund the police" rhetoric. "Toward the end, she became increasingly conservative," one resident wrote of Breed in the San Francisco subreddit, often called the city's digital town hall (Reddit has been based in San Francisco for nearly 20 years). Breed's base eroded as the city's moderate coalition, backed by tech donors and a growing bloc of Asian American voters, pushed for tougher stances on crime. At the same time, progressives held sway on issues like housing, where some of the most restrictive zoning in the country kept resident development stalled even as homelessness and encampments spread. A person sleeps in front of a vacant retail space on Market Street in San Francisco, on November 13, 2023. A person sleeps in front of a vacant retail space on Market Street in San Francisco, on November 13, 2023. Photo by JASON HENRY/AFP via Getty Images Into that vacuum stepped Lurie, a wealthy political newcomer with deep local roots and a deft media strategy. "Lurie walks around the city, talks to people, visits troubled areas, listens to neighbors—he's very hands-on," said one longtime resident in a statement to Newsweek. "He's no different politically, but he brings strong energy." That shoe-leather strategy has helped shift the narrative. "Public perception had been gradually improving, but it really accelerated recently," Wiener, the state senator, said. "We're seeing more visitors posting on social media about how great their time was in San Francisco. Many say they were misled about how bad it was." i don't know what sf's PR team is doing but i'll do the work for them i just wandered 20 minutes on a beautifully clean market street, no rotten smell, no people screaming in my face, no one doing heroin. this is powell station: — gabriel (@GabrielPeterss4) April 18, 2025 Signs of Life Downtown While downtown San Francisco remains under pressure—with high office vacancy rates and many shuttered storefronts —signs of life are returning. In April, the retailer Zara reopened a new flagship store in Union Square, and Nintendo announced plans for a high-profile retail launch. Major events like the InnoStars conference have drawn business travelers back, offering glimpses of pre-pandemic vitality. "Businesses, small and large, are starting to take bets on San Francisco and make investments," said Sauter, the district supervisor. "Residents are seeing improvements in cleaner streets and better city services." At the same time, the city is working to renew its identity as a national leader in tech and climate innovation. Recent investments in clean energy and regional AI hubs are attracting both capital and talent. City leaders are also advancing policies on housing, public transit and healthcare—seen as essential to long-term livability in a city where the median home price is about $1.3 million. Yet for all the momentum, the city is not out of the woods. No one in City Hall or elsewhere is claiming victory. "We still have significant challenges," Sauter said. "Homelessness, housing shortages, a downtown that's still partially empty." San Francisco's downtown continues to struggle with a commercial real estate crisis. As of the first quarter of 2025, the city's office vacancy rate stood at 34.7 percent—up from 33 percent a year earlier, according to Cushman & Wakefield. The tech sector, once the backbone of the city's economy, has also contracted significantly, with more than 60 companies relocating their headquarters since 2020. Zara is opening a flagship store in Union Square! This expansion is another vote of confidence in our city. We will continue to work every day to deliver safe and clean streets in Union Square and across the city, and let the world know that San Francisco is open for business. — Daniel Lurie 丹尼爾·羅偉 (@DanielLurie) April 7, 2025 Such visual markers of decline remain hard to avoid. While some on the left argue that the narrative around San Francisco's decay is nothing more than a media construct, it's no coincidence that it gained traction amid rising public frustration over the vexing and overlapping issues of crime, homelessness and housing costs. "I think one of the biggest issues we face in San Francisco is the homelessness crisis," District Attorney Jenkins said. "Many of those individuals are struggling with drug addiction—particularly to fentanyl right now." As a warning sign of what can go wrong under progressive leadership, San Francisco—California's most Democratic county—swung a full 7 points toward the Republican presidential candidate, even with hometown favorite Kamala Harris at the top of the ticket. "Neither California nor San Francisco can afford to fall into the trap of pursuing anti-Trump posturing at the expense of delivering measurable results for constituents," Hoeven wrote in a recent op-ed for the Chronicle. "They now need to demonstrate that they can deliver the basics for their residents: a high-quality public education, safe and clean streets, abundant housing, and an efficient, well-run government." Products are displayed in locked security cabinets at a Walgreens store that set to be closed on October 13, 2021 in San Francisco, California. Products are displayed in locked security cabinets at a Walgreens store that set to be closed on October 13, 2021 in San Francisco, are also concerns about how new enforcement strategies affect marginalized communities. GLIDE, a local social justice organization, told Newsweek on Friday that while fewer reported crimes improve safety, higher arrest rates and expanded surveillance—now including drones, license plate readers and increased filming of "troubled locations"—can disproportionately impact people of color, the homeless and those with substance use or mental health issues. "It is critical that any use of surveillance tech comes with strong transparency, community input and strict protections to prevent misuse or over-policing of vulnerable communities. Trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve is vital, and any technology must support—not undermine—that trust," a GLIDE spokesperson said. In many ways, the city's struggle to rebound mirrors that of other American cities grappling with the triple shock of COVID-19, economic realignment and political polarization. But what sets San Francisco apart is the symbolic weight it carries — a place home to some of the wealthiest companies and entrepreneurs in the world, set against a backdrop of breathtaking natural beauty. The city is now fighting on two fronts—against an external narrative of decline and an internal reckoning with its political identity. For the first time in years, however, the trajectory appears to be shifting upward. "San Francisco is incredibly resilient," said Wiener. "People still have frustrations, but many say they feel safer. They notice fewer car break-ins, fewer encampments—there's a growing sense that things are improving."
