Overview

• 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.