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Global Protests Target Tesla Over Elon Musk's Political Role

Demonstrators denounce Musk's leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency and its sweeping federal cuts, as Tesla faces reputational and financial fallout.

Protesters demonstrate against Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiatives during a nationwide “Tesla Takedown” rally at a dealership on March 29, 2025 in Austin, Texas.
A protester holds a placard during a Tesla Takedown Global Day protest in front of a Tesla dealership, in Berlin, Saturday, March 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Ebrahim Noroozi)

Overview

  • Over 500 protests were held worldwide on March 29, 2025, including more than 200 in the U.S., organized by the Tesla Takedown movement.
  • Protesters oppose Musk's role in dismantling federal agencies under the Trump administration, accusing him of undermining democracy.
  • While most demonstrations were peaceful, isolated incidents of vandalism and violence, including arson in Germany, are under FBI investigation as domestic terrorism.
  • Tesla sales have reportedly declined amid consumer backlash, though Musk dismissed concerns and predicted record sales for the Model Y.
  • Counter-protests in support of Musk and Tesla occurred at some locations, with no significant clashes reported.