Washington, D.C., April 8, 2025 – Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, reportedly made unsuccessful appeals to President Donald Trump to reverse newly imposed import tariffs. According to The Washington Post, Musk personally urged Trump to reconsider the tariffs, which have negatively impacted Tesla’s sales and stock performance.
In his response, President Trump acknowledged Musk’s concerns but chose to maintain the current tariff policy, citing its importance in protecting U.S. industries. This exchange reveals the ongoing debates within the Trump administration about the effects of trade policies, particularly on the technology sector.
