Federal Charges Announced in Tesla Attacks Labeled as Domestic Terrorism
Attorney General Pam Bondi warns of severe penalties as three individuals face charges for Molotov cocktail attacks on Tesla properties across multiple states.
- The Department of Justice has charged three individuals with federal crimes for using Molotov cocktails to attack Tesla dealerships and charging stations in Oregon, Colorado, and South Carolina.
- Attorney General Pam Bondi has labeled the attacks as 'domestic terrorism' and pledged harsh penalties, with charges carrying sentences of five to 20 years in prison.
- Tesla has experienced a wave of violence, including arson, shootings, and vandalism, targeting its properties and vehicles in at least ten states since January 2025.
- The attacks are widely seen as backlash against Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency, which has implemented controversial federal budget cuts.
- Tesla's stock has plummeted over 40% year-to-date as the company faces operational challenges, political polarization, and declining sales.
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