Internet users honed in on the document after Trump and Musk perused Tesla vehicles in front of the White House
Internet users have been left shocked after honing in on a piece of paper Donald Trump was holding as he perused Elon Musk’s selection of Teslas at the White House.
On Tuesday, March 11, a dazzling array of Tesla models, including electric cars and the iconic Cybertruck, was proudly displayed at the White House. In a bold show of support for Elon Musk and his groundbreaking company, President Trump declared his commitment to backing Tesla, affectionately referring to the business as Musk’s “baby.”
Trump took aim at what he called the “Radical Left”, accusing them of orchestrating a boycott against Tesla in an attempt to damage Musk‘s reputation, especially as the company’s stock faced a steep decline. In response, the President made a statement of confidence, revealing plans to purchase a brand new Tesla to back the visionary entrepreneur.
In videos from the White House, Trump could be seen enthusiastically examining the cars, including a stunning red Model S, which he referred to as “beautiful.” He expressed amazement at the car’s high-tech interior, remarking, “Everything’s computer!” But it wasn’t just the design and features that captured his attention—eagle-eyed observers noted that Trump was also holding a piece of paper with detailed notes about the cars, suggesting his in-depth knowledge of the models on display.
During the visit, a photographer captured an intriguing shot of President Trump’s documents, revealing a handwritten note that provided a detailed breakdown of Tesla pricing.
The note read:
“Tesla Pricing:”
- Full Self Driving:
- Model X – $112,490 (Silver)
- Cybertruck (CT) – $114,000 (Gray)
- Model S – $108,990 (Blue)
- Model Y – $59,990 (Red)
Beneath the prices, an interesting addition was found—a line that almost sounded like a sales pitch:
“Teslas can be purchased as low as $299/month or $35k. All cars have self-driving, just need to be turned on (fee).”
This note not only gave insight into the Tesla models and their costs but also highlighted the full self-driving feature, a selling point that Musk has prominently featured in the company’s marketing.
The detailed breakdown that Trump had on hand while inspecting the cars left viewers stunned, with one Reddit user commenting: “Jesus. This is one of those pictures you see in history books for all the wrong reasons.”
Others were equally surprised, with one person dubbing Trump a “literal car salesman”, calling the moment “extraordinary”. Some took a more critical view, with one Reddit user suggesting that Trump should be “impeached” for using official White House press events to promote his billionaire friends.
In a statement to reporters, Trump said he wanted to “pay full price” for his Tesla, a bold declaration of support for Musk’s business. However, his stance on electric vehicles hasn’t always been so favorable. In 2023, Trump told a crowd in Iowa that electric vehicles “don’t go far” and are “cost a fortune.” Just months later, he remarked, “Electric cars are good if you have a towing company.”
These conflicting remarks, combined with his actions at the White House, have sparked debate about the president’s support for electric vehicles and whether his actions are more about promoting Musk’s empire than encouraging environmental change.
