Elon Musk and President Milei Advocate Freedom and Market Liberalization at Tesla Plant Meeting. Tech mogul Elon Musk and Argentine President Javier Milei convened at a Tesla plant in Austin, Texas, engaging in discussions centred on freedom and market liberalization. Musk shared a photo of the encounter, with both individuals expressing solidarity with thumbs-up signs and the caption “Libertad,” Spanish for “Freedom.”
President Milei reciprocated the sentiment, posting a picture on X (formerly Twitter) showing him and Musk shaking hands in a conference room, accompanied by a message affirming the importance of freedom.
According to a spokeswoman for the presidency, Milei and Musk found common ground on the necessity of freeing markets and defending the principles of liberty. They also emphasized the importance of removing bureaucratic barriers to business growth.
In a show of solidarity, Milei offered to support Musk in his legal battle in Brazil, where the tech magnate is under investigation for remarks made against a Supreme Court judge. Musk had criticized the judge and vowed to defy rulings aimed at censoring social networks. Looking ahead, Musk has agreed to participate in an upcoming event in Argentina to promote the ideals of freedom, as stated by Milei’s spokeswoman.
President Milei, a political outsider who assumed office in November, has faced resistance both on the streets and from conservative allies. His administration has sparked controversy by revisiting Argentina’s military dictatorship history and advocating for a greater role for the armed forces in addressing security challenges.
Argentina’s significance in the global lithium market, with deposits essential for rechargeable batteries powering Tesla electric cars, adds another layer to the discussions between Musk and Milei.
