The Wild Ride of Elon Musk and the Tesla Whistleblower

The transcript discusses Tesla's response to a leaker, Marty Tripp, who was accused of accessing internal data. Tesla's actions, including alleged hacking and misleading police, are scrutinized. The SEC is involved due to concerns about Tesla's internal numbers and public statements. Media coverage and public reactions, including Elon Musk's comments, are highlighted. The SEC's investigation continues, with unresolved issues about a phantom shooter threat and a call to a Las Vegas call center.

What was the main accusation against Marty Tripp by Tesla?

• He stole physical property from Tesla.

• He was involved in insider trading.

• He leaked confidential information to a reporter.

• He sabotaged Tesla's production line.

What was the outcome of the Sheriff's Office investigation into the anonymous tip about Marty Tripp?

• They found Tripp to be a credible threat.

• They arrested Tripp for planning a shooting.

• They deemed the threat not credible.

• They found evidence of a conspiracy.

How did Elon Musk respond to the media reports about the incident?

• He accused a reporter of being an insider trading source.

• He confirmed the reports were accurate.

• He apologized for Tesla's actions.

• He ignored the reports.

What was the SEC's primary concern regarding the Tesla and Marty Tripp incident?

• The credibility of the anonymous tip.

• The internal numbers and what Tesla communicated to investors.

• The potential safety issues with Tesla cars.

• The legality of Tesla's lawsuit against Tripp.

What was the unresolved question regarding the anonymous tip?

• Whether Tripp took a bribe.

• Whether Tripp was planning a shooting.

• Who made the call to the Las Vegas call center.

• If Tesla's PR department spread rumors.