Ross Gerber says it doesn't matter if Elon Musk exits the White House — because Tesla needs a new CEO altogether

Elon Musk at a White House press briefing with Donald Trump in February, 2025.

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• A report on Wednesday said Elon Musk could soon exit the White House.
• For investor Ross Gerber, that wouldn't be enough to turn the company's fortunes around.
• The longtime Tesla backer says the car company needs a new face to get back on its feet.

Elon Musk's possible departure from the White House isn't what Tesla needs, according to a longtime investor...