Tesla’s Stock Sinks as Musk’s Political Move Sparks Market Jitters
Tesla’s stock dropped nearly 8% on July 7, 2025, after CEO Elon Musk unveiled the America Party, a new political group aimed at challenging the U.S. political system.
This announcement, confirmed by official market data and company reports, triggered a sharp selloff. Tesla shares closed at $291.50, down 35% from their December 2024 high.
Musk’s decision came after President Donald Trump signed the “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” which removes key incentives for electric vehicles and threatens to cut federal contracts and subsidies for Musk’s companies.
Musk, who once led the Department of Government Efficiency under Trump, criticized the bill for increasing national debt and hurting the electric vehicle industry.
Tesla’s latest earnings report shows the company delivered 384,122 vehicles in the second quarter of 2025, a 14% drop from the same period last year. Production held steady at 410,244 vehicles, but deliveries lagged, causing inventory to rise.
The Model 3 and Model Y made up most of the sales, while other models fell by 20%. This is the second straight quarter of declining deliveries, raising concerns about Tesla’s ability to compete as more automakers enter the market.
The feud between Musk and Trump has grown. Trump, who received major financial support from Musk in 2024, dismissed Musk’s new party as “absurd” and accused him of losing focus.
Trump also withdrew his nomination of Jared Isaacman, a close Musk ally, to lead NASA, saying it was inappropriate for someone so closely tied to Musk’s space business to run the agency.
Tesla Faces Uncertainty as Government Credit Cuts
Tesla relies heavily on government credits and incentives. In 2024, the company made about $2.8 billion from selling regulatory credits. The new law threatens to cut these credits, which could cost Tesla an estimated $1.2 billion if incentives end quickly.
Analysts warn that losing government support, combined with tougher competition and shrinking profits, could further weaken Tesla’s market position.
Investors are worried that Musk’s political ambitions are distracting him from Tesla’s core business. Many shareholders want Musk to focus on stabilizing Tesla and returning it to growth.
The company’s next earnings report on July 23, 2025, will be a key moment for investors looking for signs of recovery. This situation shows how business and politics can collide, creating real risks for companies.
Musk’s political move and the fallout with Trump have left Tesla facing uncertainty, market swings, and increased skepticism from investors. The outcome will shape not just Tesla’s future, but also the direction of the electric vehicle industry in the United States.