During a recent conversation on the social media platform, X, former President Donald Trump expressed concern for Elon Musk’s health. The conversation occurred while Musk was discussing his visit to Fukushima, Japan, the site of the 2011 nuclear disaster. Musk emphasized the area’s safety, even eating local vegetables on TV to prove his point. He also mentioned donating a solar water treatment plant to the region.
Despite Musk’s reassurance, Trump’s unexpected comment, “Yeah, but you haven’t been feeling so well lately, and I’m worried about it,” sparked discussions about Musk’s health. Musk responded, saying, “No, I am fine…” He then shifted the conversation to his pro-nuclear power stance, arguing that it’s safer than commonly perceived, citing the current habitation of Hiroshima and Nagasaki as examples.
The health of Musk is a topic of significant interest, especially given his pivotal role in Tesla. Wedbush analyst Dan Ives has stated, “Tesla is Musk and Musk is Tesla,” emphasizing the integral connection between Musk and the EV giant. Ives has warned that Musk’s departure could lead to a significant talent drain at Tesla, potentially detrimental to the company. In April, Ives also suggested that Musk should pledge a 3-5 year tenure as CEO, stating that “70% of the value of Tesla is Musk.” This highlights the market’s reliance on Musk’s leadership for Tesla’s valuation and prospects.
The interview between Trump and Musk was highly anticipated and reached unprecedented levels, with over 1.3 million listeners tuning in. The interview covered a wide range of topics, including a failed assassination attempt on Musk and Kamala Harris’s no-tax-on-tips policy. This interview further highlights the significant influence Musk has on the market, with his health and leadership directly impacting the performance of Tesla and investor confidence.
