President Trump purchased a bright red Tesla Model S Plaid, publicly challenging what he called an “illegal boycott” of the electric vehicle company. The move marks a stark reversal of his previous EV skepticism. Trump wrote a personal check while praising Musk as “a truly great American.” Tesla’s stock jumped 4% following the announcement. Funny how a little political friendship can transform someone’s opinion on electric cars. The full story reveals more calculated motives.
President Donald Trump purchased a bright red Tesla Model S Plaid yesterday, making a bold statement of support for Elon Musk amid growing controversy.
Trump wrote a personal check for the full market price at the White House, where multiple Tesla models were on display, including the angular Cybertruck prototype that’s been turning heads everywhere.
With a flourish and fanfare, Trump gladly opened his wallet for America’s most controversial electric car.
The timing couldn’t be more deliberate. Tesla’s stock has plummeted 45% since January. Ouch. Trump’s purchase sent shares climbing 4% as investors breathed a collective sigh of relief. Morgan Stanley was already telling clients to buy Tesla shares. Seems Trump got the memo.
“I’m buying this to counter the illegal boycott by radical left lunatics,” Trump declared with his typical restraint. The former president called Tesla “a great company” making American cars in “the most modern plants in the world.” He’s leaving the car at the White House for staff use. How generous.
Musk, serving as Trump’s efficiency advisor, was on hand for the car selection. He joked about “giving the Secret Service a heart attack” during the test drive. Classic Elon. The tech billionaire announced plans to double U.S. production in the next two years—music to Trump’s ears.
It’s quite the political U-turn for Trump, who previously criticized electric vehicles before Musk endorsed him. During a campaign rally, Trump explicitly stated that he’s for electric cars, showing a significant shift in his position. Now Tesla is suddenly “one of the world’s great automakers.” Funny how that works.
The purchase comes right after The New York Times reported criticisms of Trump’s Cabinet picks. This very public display of loyalty to Musk seems calculated to show solidarity with his controversial advisor.
Trump viewed several Tesla models, including the Model S in Deep Red and Deep Blue Metallic, before settling on the red Plaid model. He praised the Cybertruck’s design and noted Tesla’s popularity among owners.
The company employs thousands of Americans—a fact Trump emphasized repeatedly. Trump also warned that any violence against Tesla dealerships would be considered domestic terrorism. Message received: Musk is “a truly great American,” and Trump’s checkbook proves it.
