On July 1, Trump remarked that Musk was aware of his stance against mandatory electric vehicle (EV) promotion prior to supporting his presidential campaign. Trump contends that while EVs have their advantages, they should not be imposed on everyone. He additionally highlighted that Musk and his companies may have received the highest amount of subsidies in history. Trump posited that, without these subsidies, Musk could face the prospect of closing stores, halting rocket and satellite launches, and ceasing EV production. Trump suggested that the government's efficiency department should rigorously review the subsidies received by Musk and his companies, believing that such an action could result in substantial savings for the nation.