Mr. Musk, who has long criticized leftist politicians, called President Nicolás Maduro a “dictator” and compared him to a donkey.
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Elon Musk’s Diplomacy: Woo Right-Wing World Leaders. Then Benefit.
Mr. Musk has built a constellation of like-minded heads of state — including Argentina’s Javier Milei and India’s Narendra Modi — to push his own politics and expand his business empire.
Tesla Will Lay Off More Than 10% of Global Workforce
Along with the departure of two senior executives, the cuts added to signs of turmoil at the electric car company.
How Elon Musk Became ‘Kind of Pro-China’
Mr. Musk helped create China’s electric vehicle industry. But he is now facing challenges there as well as scrutiny in the West over his reliance on the country.
Tesla’s Pivot to China Saved Musk. It Also Binds Him to Beijing.
Tesla and China built a symbiotic relationship, with credits, workers and parts that made Mr. Musk ultrarich. Now, his reliance on the country may give Beijing leverage.
Let Tesla Expand? Three German Teens Have a Few Thoughts.
The U.S. automaker’s plan to enlarge its operations outside Berlin has divided local residents. Some worry about the environmental costs; others see job prospects.
Tesla Is Fighting With Sweden’s Unions. Here’s What to Know.
The action began with a mechanics walkout in October, but has spread to include blockades by other unions. Tesla has pushed back through the courts.
Tesla Faces Blockade in All Swedish Ports, Union Says
Swedish unions are joining in blockades and targeted strikes against the U.S. automaker over its refusal to sign a collective bargaining agreement with its mechanics.
Bill Ford Says U.A.W. Strike Is Helping Tesla and Toyota
Mr. Ford, the executive chairman of Ford Motor, said nonunion automakers would make gains against Michigan automakers because of strikes by the United Automobile Workers union.
Tesla’s Sales Slip as It Readies Factories for New Models
Analysts expected a decline in sales for the quarter. Still, the dip may raise concerns about flagging demand.