Nationwide Protests Target Elon Musk and Tesla Over Federal Cuts and Controversial Ties

Demonstrators criticize Musk's role in Trump administration policies, citing layoffs, privatization efforts, and reduced social services.

Protests against Elon Musk and Tesla have erupted across the U.S., with demonstrations at dealerships, charging stations, and showrooms in cities like New York, Portland, and Tucson.
Critics are opposing Musk's influence within the Trump administration, which has implemented widespread federal layoffs and threatened further cuts to social programs like Social Security and Medicaid.
Some protests have escalated into vandalism, including graffiti, arson at charging stations, and gunfire at Tesla facilities, prompting police investigations and arrests.
Counter-demonstrators, including MAGA supporters, argue that Musk and Trump are uncovering government waste and inefficiency, while protesters blame their actions for harming vulnerable communities.
Musk has accused several progressive groups of organizing the protests without providing evidence, while Tesla owners have joined the backlash by selling their vehicles or distancing themselves from the brand.