Idaho Man Arrested After Allegedly Striking Trump Supporter at Tesla Protest

Christopher Talbot faces felony charges for aggravated battery following an incident during anti-Tesla demonstrations tied to Elon Musk's political role.

Christopher Talbot, 70, was arrested for allegedly hitting a 49-year-old counter-protester with his car during a Tesla dealership protest in Meridian, Idaho.
The victim, who displayed pro-Trump flags on his truck, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and drove himself to a hospital for treatment.
Police used Talbot's license plate to locate and arrest him at his home, charging him with aggravated battery, a felony offense.
The protest was part of a broader 'Tesla Takedown' movement, with over 200 demonstrations globally targeting Tesla and Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration.
Law enforcement continues to investigate escalating violence at Tesla protests, with federal authorities labeling attacks on Tesla facilities as domestic terrorism.