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Public Protests and Consumer Backlash
Houston Tesla Dealership Protest: On Sunday, a protest took place outside the Houston-Westchase Tesla dealership where dozens of demonstrators voiced their disapproval of Elon Musk, his company, Tesla Inc., and his recent political involvement with President Donald Trump. The event was part of a nationwide "TeslaTakedown" movement that encourages selling off Tesla cars and stocks. Protesters expressed concerns about the effects of Trump's administration and Musk's influence, highlighting recent layoffs and budget cuts under the Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency.

UK Starlink Users Cancel Subscriptions: Elon Musk's political actions are causing some UK subscribers to drop his Starlink satellite internet service, despite its necessity in remote areas. Users like Barry Nisbet have expressed discomfort with Musk's involvement in political events, such as a controversial salute at Donald Trump's inauguration. Despite Starlink's dominance and crucial role in regions with poor internet infrastructure, users are showing interest in alternatives like OneWeb and Viasat's Inmarsat.

Political and Legal Controversies

Criticism Over Social Security Comments: Elon Musk's recent comments on potentially cutting Social Security and other federal entitlement programs have sparked significant backlash from Democrats. During an interview with Fox Business, Musk suggested that many of these programs are rife with waste and fraud, proposing significant reductions. Democrats, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, criticized Musk's stance, arguing that cutting these essential programs would harm vulnerable citizens, while Musk continues to profit from government contracts.

Legal Dispute with OpenAI: Elon Musk and OpenAI have reached an agreement to expedite their ongoing legal battle concerning OpenAI's transition to a for-profit organization. Both parties proposed a trial in December and deferred the decision on whether a jury will be involved. Musk co-founded OpenAI but left its board in 2018 and sued the company last year, claiming it betrayed its mission with the for-profit transition and partnership with Microsoft.

Government Efficiency Measures

Federal Job Cuts: Elon Musk, appointed by President Trump to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has implemented significant reductions in federal jobs. Critics describe these actions as a "slash-and-burn exercise," raising concerns about the impact on essential public services.

Financial Market Reactions

Tesla Stock Decline: Tesla, led by Elon Musk, has experienced a significant decline in its stock price, dropping 45% in 2025 and falling 15% to $222.15 on Monday. This downturn is attributed to controversies surrounding Musk's political involvement and public image, leading to boycotts and protests against the company.

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