US Senator John Cornyn recently paid a visit to Tesla’s Gigafactory Texas complex, where he had the opportunity to converse with CEO Elon Musk. During his visit, the senator was even photographed inside what appears to be a Cybertruck release candidate.
The senator himself announced the visit on his Twitter account, praising Giga Texas for its distinction as the second-largest manufacturing facility in the United States. He also commended the plant for employing 10,000 Texans, a contributing factor to the state’s leading position in job creation.
In a tweet, Senator Cornyn expressed his admiration for the expansive nature of Tesla’s Gigafactory Texas, stating, Everything is bigger in the Lone Star State, including Tesla’s Gigafactory Texas! Tesla’s impressive facility employs 10k Texans & is one of the many reasons why TX is leading in job creation. Thanks, Elon Musk, for the visit.
Following up on his visit, the senator shared a picture on Twitter featuring himself engaging in a conversation with Elon Musk. Senator Cornyn hinted at the wide range of topics they discussed, stating, AI, supply chains, critical minerals, SpaceX, China. No shortage of important topics to discuss with Elon Musk.
Tesla’s Gigafactory Texas is undoubtedly one of the company’s most remarkable facilities. Currently, the factory is responsible for producing the Model Y crossover, while also housing a dedicated battery facility that manufactures 4680 cells. Reports have also surfaced indicating that the eagerly anticipated Tesla Cybertruck will enter production later this year, as demonstrated by its frequent sightings on public roads.
It is worth noting that Tesla is awaiting permission from Texas to directly sell its vehicles in the state. Despite this, Elon Musk and Senator Cornyn have maintained a positive and open line of communication. Earlier this month, the senator recognized the contributions of Musk’s SpaceX to the United States, stating, The US government increasingly depends on Elon Musk’s SpaceX.
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US Senator John Cornyn’s visit to Gigafactory Texas and his experience with the Tesla Cybertruck highlight the ongoing positive relationship between the electric car manufacturer and the Lone Star State. As Tesla continues to push the boundaries of innovation, particularly in the realms of artificial intelligence and sustainable transportation, collaborations and discussions with influential figures like Senator Cornyn play a vital role in shaping the future of the industry.
