Elon Musk publicly criticized Peter Navarro, a prominent trade advisor to former President Donald Trump, for his Harvard education. Musk's statement, "A PhD in Econ from Harvard is a bad thing, not a good thing," sparked controversy.
Musk's comments followed a video of Navarro discussing Trump's tariffs. Musk claimed Navarro hadn't produced tangible results and referenced a quote suggesting Harvard graduates often feature prominently in American disasters. The criticism seemingly stemmed from Musk's broader negative views on Harvard.
Despite the criticism, Musk has simultaneously shared pro-Trump posts on his platform X, suggesting this incident doesn't represent broader opposition to the Trump administration. It is unclear why he directed his criticism specifically at Navarro, beyond his Harvard affiliation.
The article notes that Musk has lost significant net worth following the announcement of tariffs, and that recent reports suggest he is stepping back from involvement with the government.