Budget Airline Exec Calls Out Trump Enabler Elon Musk - CleanTechnica

The article details a public feud between Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary and Tesla CEO Elon Musk that began over Ryanair's decision not to install Tesla’s solar-powered technology on its planes, citing cost and fuel efficiency concerns. Musk criticized Ryanair on social media, questioning their ability to measure fuel savings accurately, which prompted O’Leary to dismiss Musk’s comments and call him an “idiot,” also reminding the public of Musk’s support for former US President Donald Trump. The exchange escalated with Musk responding with insults, while O’Leary leveraged the controversy for publicity, including a promotional campaign mocking Musk. Beyond the personal spat, the article critiques Musk’s broader public behavior and political affiliations, suggesting that his support for Trump and promotion of right-wing propaganda contribute to perceptions of him as an “idiot” despite his financial success. It also highlights challenges facing Musk’s ventures, noting Tesla’s declining EV sales and financial losses at Musk’s AI company, xAI, alongside regulatory issues