FBI Task Force Targets Tesla Attacks Labeled as Domestic Terrorism

Federal authorities, including the FBI and ATF, intensify investigations into over 80 violent incidents targeting Tesla, linking them to backlash against Elon Musk's government role.

The FBI and ATF have launched a joint task force to investigate a surge in attacks on Tesla facilities and vehicles, officially labeling the acts as domestic terrorism.
Recent incidents include the discovery of incendiary devices at a Tesla showroom in Austin, Texas, and over 80 reported cases of vandalism, arson, and gunfire since January 2025.
Federal officials, including Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel, have condemned the violence and pledged severe consequences for perpetrators.
The Tesla Takedown movement, organizing peaceful protests against Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration, has distanced itself from violent actions.
Tesla faces declining sales, plummeting stock value, and worsening public perception, exacerbated by the attacks and Musk's controversial political alignment.