Yes, I figured that out...eventually.
However, I have yet to see a rational reason why the Feds are giving Tesla money.
I feel the same way about the Feds giving money to Blackwater, Raytheon, Dyncorp, Boeing, Northop Grumman, Halliburton, BP, Exxon Mobil, Microsoft, GM, Ford, and a host of others..
the gov buys items from them, or provides tax breaks.
Seriously?
Really?
Buys stuff from them? Gives them tax breaks?
Although either one of those is true..and is basically the same as just giving them money..they do far more with a good deal of those companies. Such as engage in R&D. Or do you think the Humvee was in the showrooms when a government official showed up?
Add in the government also subsidizes sports arenas..which are always a big money loser.