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Elon Musk Thanks Shareholders Amid Legal Battle Over $56B Compensation

Shareholders rally in support of Musk as plaintiffs' lawyers seek $6 billion in legal fees, sparking debates on corporate governance.

  • Elon Musk expresses gratitude to Tesla shareholders for their support against the Delaware Court's decision to nullify his $56 billion compensation package.
  • Shareholders argue the court's ruling lacks financial merit for them and request a similar compensation package be reinstated for Musk.
  • Plaintiffs' lawyers seek $6 billion in Tesla stock as legal fees, claiming it reflects the harm Musk's pay package caused shareholders.
  • Critics argue the fee request could incentivize companies to leave Delaware for states with more favorable laws for corporate governance.
  • Musk is expected to appeal the court's decision, and the controversy highlights ongoing debates over executive compensation and corporate governance.
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