Trump’s sudden 90-day tariff pause sparked market chaos and a massive tech rebound. Elon Musk’s Tesla surged 22%, boosting his net worth by $36 billion. Silicon Valley allies, including Mark Zuckerberg, gained big—while Nancy Pelosi’s portfolio dropped $7 million. A Trump Truth Social post urging followers to “buy” right before the announcement fueled allegations of insider advantage and market manipulation. While the S&P 500 recovered $4 trillion in value, analysts remain skeptical about long-term stability amid ongoing China tensions.
