Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, best known for his failed run as a Democratic Vice Presidential candidate, has once again shown his true colors—more concerned with partisan point-scoring than offering real leadership. On March 19, 2025, during a town hall event in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Walz took a cheap shot at Tesla, mocking the company’s declining stock price in a display that left many scratching their heads in disbelief. His remarks, aimed at Elon Musk—who heads the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) with the mission of eliminating government waste—have sparked widespread mockery and frustration from Tesla supporters, investors, and common-sense conservatives.

While many elected officials focus on policy and solutions that improve the economy and create jobs, Walz chose to mock one of America’s most innovative companies during a difficult moment for its stock price. Speaking to a crowd of Democratic supporters, he smugly admitted that checking Tesla’s stock had become his personal mood booster. “If you need a little boost during the day, check out Tesla stock,” Walz quipped, proudly celebrating the company’s financial struggles. The crowd laughed, but many viewers on social media were less than amused.

The backlash was swift and furious, with people across the political spectrum—especially those who support the free market and value innovation—slamming Walz for his thoughtless comments. Tesla, led by Musk, has become a symbol of American innovation, contributing to the economy and employing thousands of workers across the country. But instead of celebrating these successes, Walz’s partisan attack revealed just how far out of touch he is with the needs of hard-working Americans.

Musk, never one to back down from an online challenge, wasted no time firing back. He took to X (formerly Twitter) and responded with his trademark wit: “Sometimes when I need a little boost, I look at the @JDVance portrait in the @WhiteHouse and thank the Lord,” referencing Senator J.D. Vance and the powerful Republican leadership in Washington. The response was a clear jab at Walz’s failed vice-presidential bid and served as a reminder of just how out-of-touch and irrelevant Walz has become in today’s political landscape.

The responses to Musk’s post were swift and savage. One user pointed out the stark contrast between Musk’s life-saving space missions and Walz’s petty political attacks. “Elon is bringing stranded astronauts home from space while Tim Walz travels around crying about him and celebrating the Tesla attacks. Innovation vs. Destruction. We are not the same,” the user wrote. This comment highlights the crucial difference between Musk’s legacy of innovation and Walz’s obsession with divisive politics.

Other users took aim at Walz’s lack of respect for Tesla’s employees, many of whom work in Minnesota. One user wrote, “FUN FACT: Tesla employs hundreds of people in Minnesota, where Tim Walz is the governor. Imagine being one of those employees, and you see your governor cheering for you to lose your job. These people are pathetic.”

In a particularly scathing response, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt didn’t hold back. When asked about Walz’s remarks, she offered a pointed response, saying, “I think that’s quite sad—but I think Governor Walz is living a sad existence after his devastating defeat on November 5th.” Ouch.

Walz’s attack on a major American business—a company that plays a vital role in the economy and employs thousands of people, including many in his own state—is a clear reflection of his misplaced priorities. Instead of focusing on uniting his state and addressing the real economic and social challenges facing Minnesota, Walz appears more concerned with staying in the spotlight and attacking the country’s most successful entrepreneurs. Minnesotans deserve better than a failed vice presidential candidate who uses petty jabs to stay relevant. They need leadership that prioritizes growth, innovation, and solutions—things Walz is apparently too busy to care about.