Senator Mark Kelly dumps his Tesla after Elon Musk labels him a traitor in escalating feud

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, a former Space Shuttle commander, has parted ways with his black Tesla Model S following a heated public feud with Elon Musk.

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Kelly, a Democrat, announced his decision in a video posted on Musk’s social media platform, X, on Friday.

Speaking to sources, Kelly described his Tesla as a “rolling billboard” for Musk’s political influence. He revealed that he had replaced his Tesla with a white Chevrolet Tahoe, citing Musk’s role in spearheading the Department of Government Efficiency, which has led to significant job cuts.

The feud between Kelly and Musk escalated when Musk labelled Kelly a “traitor” after the senator’s recent visit to Ukraine. This visit followed the Trump administration’s decision to pause aid to the country.

Kelly fired back, accusing Musk of prioritising personal wealth over national interests