# Trump Commits to Buying Red Tesla in White House Driveway to Support 'Incredible Patriot' Elon Musk

Washington D.C. - In a surprise move, President Donald Trump has committed to buying a red Tesla Model S, sitting behind the wheel of which he held up for cameras in the White House driveway on Tuesday. The president's gesture was meant to show his support for "incredible patriot" Elon Musk, whose company is under fire from some who protest billionaire Musk's decision to cut funding for certain government programs.

Trump expressed his commitment to purchasing the Tesla during a photo opportunity with Musk at the White House, vowing to catch and prosecute those responsible for arsons targeting Teslas. "I'm going to stop them," Trump said. "We're going to catch them, they're bad guys." The president also vowed to support Musk's efforts to promote American-made cars.

The red Tesla Model S, which retails starting at about $80,000, is one of several electric vehicles on display outside the White House. Other models include a red Model Y ($59,990), a silver Model X ($112,490), a gray CyberTruck ($144,000) and a blue Model S ($108,990). Trump's choice of vehicle was not without controversy, however, as some have questioned whether he is paying "full price" for the car.

Trump also used the occasion to criticize his predecessor, former President Joe Biden, who reportedly snubbed Tesla from a similar lineup of unionized US automakers with smaller market shares. The president took aim at Biden's environmental policies, saying they are responsible for the backlash against Musk's company.

"We're up to almost $500 billion worth of wasted, fraud and abuse," Trump said. "We're talking about billions of dollars being given to defunct scams." The president also praised Musk's efforts to promote American-made cars, saying that his company employs thousands of people.

Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, was quick to respond to Trump's support, promising to double vehicle output in the United States within the next two years. The billionaire's endorsement comes amid a highly contentious period for Musk, who recently authorized social media platform X to pay Trump $10 million to settle a lawsuit over then-Twitter leaders' banishing of the president after the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.

Trump's commitment to purchasing the Tesla has sparked controversy among some, who question whether he is using his executive powers for personal gain. However, the president remains steadfast in his support for Musk and his company, saying that they are an "incredible patriot" deserving of recognition.

The Car Show: A Signal to Trump's Supporters

The Tesla display outside the White House has served as a signal to Trump's supporters to buy electric cars. After former President Joe Biden snubbed Tesla from a similar lineup, some have taken to social media to praise Musk and his company.

Trump's support for Musk has also sparked debate among lawmakers and pundits, with some calling on the president to use his executive powers more effectively in supporting American-made companies like Tesla. Others have praised Trump's commitment to promoting American interests abroad, saying that it is a vital component of national security.

The Controversy Surrounds Trump's Tesla Purchase

Trump's decision to purchase the Tesla Model S has sparked controversy among some, who question whether he is paying "full price" for the car. The vehicle appears to cost more than $100,000, although the president did not disclose the exact price.

Some have also criticized Trump for using his executive powers for personal gain, rather than serving the interests of the American people. However, the president remains steadfast in his support for Musk and his company, saying that they are an "incredible patriot" deserving of recognition.

The Price Tag: $100,000+

The red Tesla Model S, which Trump sat behind the wheel of during a photo opportunity at the White House, appears to cost more than $100,000. The vehicle is one of several electric cars on display outside the White House, including a red Model Y ($59,990), a silver Model X ($112,490) and a gray CyberTruck ($144,000).

The price tag on the Tesla Model S is significantly higher than Trump's base salary as president, which is $400,000 per year. However, the president has a history of using his executive powers for personal gain, including awarding contracts to companies that have donated to his campaign.

Assets and Net Worth

The value of President Trump's assets and net worth are still unclear, although estimates suggest he has an estimated $4.6 billion in assets and ranks 755th on Forbes' list of the world's richest people. In contrast, Musk is estimated to have a net worth of more than $372 billion.

Trump's commitment to purchasing the Tesla Model S has sparked controversy among some, who question whether he is using his executive powers for personal gain. However, the president remains steadfast in his support for Musk and his company, saying that they are an "incredible patriot" deserving of recognition.