Tesla’s stock is driven by sentiment, which has soured greatly. Plus, Musk has now alienated Republicans and Democrats alike.

Could Musk be fired? Will he get his pay package approved? Will Tesla be punished? Shareholders are in for a bumpy ride as the Trump bromance ends.

By Akash Sriram (Reuters) -Tesla shares recouped some losses that had been triggered by a spat between CEO Elon Musk and U.S. President Donald Trump, even though a truce appeared uncertain on Friday as a White House official said the president was not keen on talking to his former ally.