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Elon Musk Faces Backlash Amid Robotaxi Launch Woes

6/15/2025

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Elon Musk's clash with Donald Trump has shaken his standing among Republicans, with only 28% viewing him positively in a recent poll. In a bid to repair his image, Musk has deleted contentious posts. Meanwhile, Tesla's highly anticipated robotaxi launch is under fire as the company grapples with brand damage and falling sales amid ongoing political turmoil.

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Elon Musk's clash with Donald Trump has shaken his standing among Republicans, with only 28% viewing him positively in a recent poll. In a bid to repair his image, Musk has deleted contentious posts. Meanwhile, Tesla's highly anticipated robotaxi launch is under fire as the company grapples with brand damage and falling sales amid ongoing political turmoil.