Tesla Facilities and Vehicles Targeted in Nationwide Vandalism Campaign

Protests against Elon Musk's government role escalate into widespread property damage and arson, prompting federal investigations and political responses.

Tesla dealerships, charging stations, and vehicles have been vandalized across the U.S. and internationally, with incidents including arson, graffiti, and theft.
Protesters criticize Musk's role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency, citing his cuts to federal programs like Social Security and the Department of Education.
Federal authorities, including the ATF, are investigating incidents involving molotov cocktails, gunfire, and incendiary devices, with suspects arrested in Oregon and Colorado.
President Trump has labeled the attacks as domestic terrorism, with House Speaker Mike Johnson pledging congressional investigations into their sources.
Tesla owners face backlash, with some disguising or selling their vehicles as anti-Musk sentiment grows, while Tesla's stock and sales reportedly decline.