Walz Retracts Tesla Stock Comment: 'Being a Smart-A**'

Tim Walz acknowledged he was "being a smart-ass" about the decline in Tesla's stock, according to Mediaite. He later expressed regret after his comments drew backlash, revealing that the Minnesota State Board of Investment's pension fund holds approximately 1.8 million shares of Tesla. Walz remarked that "these people have no sense of humor," referring to those who were offended by his joke. He suggested that audience members remove their Tesla badges.