Errol Musk labels Tesla protesters as 'bums'

In recent interviews, Errol Musk, the father of tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, has defended his son's role amid backlash against Tesla Motors in the United States. The protests and vandalism targeting Tesla vehicles have surged as Elon Musk has become involved with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), an initiative stemming from the Trump administration. Critics have accused him of neglecting Tesla's core business while focusing on government responsibilities, sparking alarm among investors regarding the company's performance. Sales data suggests Tesla experienced a significant decline, with a reported 40% drop in sales in Europe. Recently, prominent investors have voiced their concerns for Elon Musk's leadership, suggesting he should step down from his CEO position unless he ceases his government work. Despite this, Errol Musk believes the criticism is largely misguided and media-driven, dismissing the unrest as exaggerated media hype. He expressed confidence that Tesla remains a strong enterprise and suggested that the protests are orchestrated by individuals lacking a rational approach to critique. He also stated that issues around Tesla's performance will resolve, predicting an uplift in stock prices to $600 by the year's end. As tensions among Tesla enthusiasts and critics heat up, the future remains uncertain for the electric vehicle manufacturer amidst increasing political scrutiny.