California Governor Gavin Newsom and tech billionaire Elon Musk are engaged in a public spat after Musk announced he would move the headquarters of SpaceX and X (formerly Twitter) from California to Texas in response to Newsom's new gender identity laws. Newsom retorted on social media, referencing a past critical tweet from Donald Trump about Musk. Musk, who has criticized California's liberal policies and previously moved Tesla's headquarters to Texas, cited the new law as the final straw. The move raises concerns about potential job losses in California.
Elon Musk, potentially advising Donald Trump in a second term, could influence Trump's stance on electric vehicles (EVs). Despite Trump's preference for fossil fuels and his pledge to limit EV sales, Musk could highlight the global shift towards decarbonization and the significant investments automakers have made in EV technology. The political battle over EVs is also a fight for blue-collar votes in key battleground states.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is facing criticism after a restaurant he partially owns posted a job listing for $16 an hour, despite a new state law requiring fast food workers to be paid $20 an hour. The restaurant, part of a company Newsom founded, is hiring a part-time busser at the lower wage, sparking accusations of hypocrisy. Newsom's team stated he no longer has a role in the business's operations. The new law has led to increased menu prices at fast food spots and concerns about potential job losses.
Former President Donald Trump has launched a line of high-top sneakers, priced at $399, as part of his latest merchandise sale, which also includes digital trading cards and mug shot apparel. This move comes as Trump faces nearly $450 million in penalties in three civil cases. The sneakers, unveiled at Philadelphia’s Sneaker Con, are available in gold, red, and white editions, with a Victory47 cologne and perfume also on offer. Trump's business ventures have long included selling merchandise, predating his presidential ambitions, and he has faced a series of legal cases, including being ordered to pay $440 million in penalties.
