Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, recently appeared on the verge of tears during an emotional Fox Business interview with Larry Kudlow, revealing the immense pressure he’s facing while managing his various companies. Musk, known for his resilience, admitted that overseeing multiple businesses was becoming “extremely difficult,” as Tesla continues to grapple with significant challenges.
The latest blow to Tesla came when the company’s stock plummeted by 15.4%, marking its steepest drop since September 2020. The decline has left investors anxious about the company’s future. On top of that, Musk’s other venture, X (formerly Twitter), has been struggling with a series of technical and operational setbacks. To make matters worse, a global slowdown in demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has intensified the pressure on Tesla, leaving Musk with a series of hurdles to overcome.
A clip from the interview quickly went viral, capturing Musk’s visibly emotional state. The video, shared by user @Umbisam, sparked discussion among viewers who noted the similarities to a past moment when Musk, in tears, vowed never to give up after facing criticism over SpaceX. “It reminds me of when top astronauts called SpaceX a failure, and he said, ‘I’ll never give up,’ in tears,” the user commented, speculating that Musk may be nearing a breaking point.
During the interview, the conversation shifted when Kudlow asked, “Are you giving up your other stuff? How are you running your other businesses?” Musk paused, clearly struggling with the weight of the question. After a moment of silence, he responded softly, “With great difficulty,” indicating just how challenging it has become to juggle his many roles.
The pressure is mounting for Musk, especially as the decline in Tesla’s stock price continues, week after week. The company’s struggles have been compounded by his new role in the Department for Government Efficiency (DOGE), which is tasked with overseeing federal budget cuts and workforce reductions. Many Tesla shareholders are expressing concerns that Musk’s increasing involvement in politics might be diverting his focus from his primary role as Tesla’s CEO.
Further complicating matters, several Tesla facilities have recently been targeted in vandalism and shooting incidents. Authorities suspect that these attacks may be connected to Musk’s growing political influence and government ties, adding to the company’s turmoil.
In a rare show of support, former President Donald Trump made a public gesture of solidarity with Musk by purchasing a Tesla vehicle. Trump shared a post on social media, stating, “Number one, it’s a great product— as good as it gets. Number two, @ElonMusk has devoted his life to this, and I think he’s been treated very unfairly.”
Despite the difficulties he’s facing, Musk’s determination to continue leading Tesla and his other ventures remains evident. However, with mounting challenges on multiple fronts, it’s clear that even the tech mogul known for his relentless drive is feeling the strain.
