Tesla’s sales in Washington declined steeply in early 2025 amid fallout over CEO Elon Musk’s work with the White House, even as other EV brands saw a year-over-year increase. Tesla’s fall from grace in Washington has been steeper than in the rest of the U.S.

Here’s your Tuesday Tech Drop, a roundup of the past week’s top stories at the intersection of technology and politics.

Tesla sales are plummeting in Europe, down nearly 50% in April. Meanwhile, other EVs are thriving. What’s behind the drop? Political controversy, protests, and a major brand problem.