Tesla Facilities Targeted in Escalating Vandalism and Violence

Attacks on Tesla properties intensify as Elon Musk's political role and federal workforce cuts draw backlash.

Tesla dealerships, charging stations, and vehicles across the U.S. have been targeted in over a dozen acts of vandalism, including arson and gunfire, since late January.
Incidents include molotov cocktail attacks at a Colorado dealership, arson at charging stations in Massachusetts, and gunfire at a Tesla storefront in Oregon.
The violence coincides with Elon Musk's controversial role as head of the federal Department of Government Efficiency, where he has enacted sweeping cuts to the federal workforce.
Tesla's reputation and sales have suffered, with significant declines in vehicle registrations in Europe and China, as well as a 30% drop in its stock price since the start of the year.
Law enforcement officials warn of escalating risks to public safety, while critics and investors question the impact of Musk's political involvement on Tesla's brand and mission.