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FBI Task Force Formed to Combat Rising Violence Against Tesla Amidst Political Tensions

A new FBI task force aims to address a surge in vandalism against Tesla, linked to political unrest over CEO Elon Musk's actions.

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FBI launches task force to tackle Tesla violence

Newsweek

Democrat decries FBI task force to crackdown on Tesla attacks: 'Political weaponization of the DOJ'

FOX News

FBI launches task force investigation into wave of vandalism targeting Tesla

NewsNation

'Tesla Takedown' Movement Plots 'Day of Action' Against Elon Musk

Breitbart News

FBI forms taskforce over rising reports of vandalism at Tesla dealerships

The Guardian

Police find more incendiary devices at Tesla dealership amid wave of attacks

The Blaze

‘Incendiary’ devices found at Tesla showroom in Austin

The Hill

FBI responds to Tesla attacks by launching task force

The Blaze

Bomb Squad Discovers Multiple Incendiary Devices at Tesla Dealership

Western Journal

Bomb squad called after Texas police find incendiary devices at Tesla dealership

USA TODAY

Domestic Terrorism? Several "Incendiary Devices" Discovered at a Tesla Dealership in Far-Left Austin, Texas | | by Cullen Linebarger

The Gateway Pundit

FBI launches task force to crack down on violent Tesla attacks, mitigate threats

FOX News

The FBI launched a Tesla task force to investigate threats against the company

Business Insider

Bomb squad finds 'incendiary' devices at a Tesla dealership, police say

Business Insider

Flammable devices found at Tesla dealership in Austin, Texas

Associated Press

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Overview

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The FBI has formed a task force to investigate a wave of vandalism and arson incidents targeting Tesla vehicles and locations, following the discovery of incendiary devices at a Texas dealership. The task force, consisting of 10 agents in collaboration with the ATF, aims to counter the rising hostility linked to protests against CEO Elon Musk and his controversial leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency. Recent reports indicate at least 48 incidents have occurred nationwide this month alone, with officials emphasizing a firm response to what they classify as domestic terrorism.

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Incidents of vandalism and violence against Tesla vehicles and showrooms are escalating across the U.S., prompting investigations by local police and the FBI, including reports of incendiary devices found at various Tesla sites.
The FBI has established a task force to address the rise in attacks, which authorities classify as domestic terrorism, underscoring the seriousness of the threats. The task force involves coordination with the ATF to tackle violent activity against Tesla efficiently.
Elon Musk's involvement with the Trump administration has incited protests and aggressive actions against Tesla, revealing a polarized political climate impacting the company; however, some of the attacks appear to be uncoordinated and perpetrated by individuals with varying grievances.

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