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FBI Investigates Tesla Vandalism Following 'Dogequest' Data Leak

The controversial website exposed personal details of Tesla owners and DOGE employees, prompting privacy concerns and heightened tensions over Elon Musk's political ties.

  • The website 'Dogequest' published personal information of Tesla owners and DOGE employees, including names, addresses, and phone numbers, on an interactive map.
  • Operators of the site claim they will only remove individuals' data if they provide proof of selling their Tesla vehicles.
  • 'Dogequest' coincided with a rise in vandalism targeting Tesla properties, including arson and gunfire incidents, though no direct link between the site and the attacks has been established.
  • Tesla CEO Elon Musk condemned the website as 'extreme domestic terrorism,' while the FBI investigates the vandalism as potential acts of domestic terrorism.
  • Tesla's stock has dropped significantly, and privacy concerns persist among Tesla owners, with some being advised to monitor their personal information for suspicious activity.
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