Traders dumped Tesla after Musk quickly responded to Trump's criticism with social media posts that stepped up criticism of the president's tax bill.

Tesla's shares plunged amid a public clash between CEO Elon Musk and President Donald Trump over tax legislation, raising investor concerns about the company's stability. The altercation could lead to regulatory and financial challenges for Tesla,

But Trump and Musk are kindred spirits in other ways. They're experts at generating attention who enjoy stirring the pot by riling up their opponents. Each has sought more power t