Tesla Takedown: Nationwide Protests Target Elon Musk as Outrage Over Government Takeover Grows
Elon Musk is facing a new wave of backlash as protestors swarm Tesla stores, charging stations, and SpaceX sites across the United States. Outraged citizens, armed with signs reading “No one voted for Musk” and “Go steal data on Mars,” are calling out Musk’s involvement in federal layoffs and sweeping government changes under the so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Tesla Under Fire: Protests Disrupt Business as Sales Plummet
From New York to Los Angeles, demonstrators are gathering outside Tesla showrooms, urging consumers to rethink their support for the brand. The protest, dubbed “Tesla Takedown,” is designed to hit Musk where it hurts most: Tesla’s bottom line. With sales already in decline, organizers hope these actions will intensify financial pressure on Musk, whose wealth is deeply tied to Tesla stock.
Saqib Bhatti, cofounder of the Action Center on Race and the Economy (ACRE), a nonprofit backing the protests, emphasized the importance of direct action. “If Musk is going to wreak havoc on our communities, then he can’t expect business as usual in Tesla showrooms,” Bhatti stated.
The Fallout from DOGE: Layoffs, Data Breaches, and Policy Chaos
Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has been at the center of mass federal layoffs, cutting critical jobs at the FDA, CDC, and FAA. Shockingly, even nuclear weapons personnel were laid off, forcing the government to scramble for rehiring efforts. The elimination of USAID disrupted lifesaving medical shipments, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) was brought to a standstill, halting billions in consumer savings.
Reports have surfaced that DOGE operatives accessed sensitive taxpayer data at the Treasury Department, raising alarms about potential misuse. The team has since pushed to gain even more access to IRS records, sparking further outrage.
Public Resistance Grows: Why Protesters Say the Time to Act Is Now
While lawsuits against Musk and DOGE are mounting, activists insist that legal battles alone aren’t enough. Bhatti believes grassroots action is key, saying, “We’re out here to show people what’s happening, what this means, and what they can do to fight back. We know from history that when people stand up to corporate takeovers of the government, they can reverse the damage.”
The resistance is rapidly gaining momentum. On the TeslaTakedown website, activists are coordinating more protests, ensuring that Musk’s actions remain under the public eye. For many demonstrators, the protests aren’t just about Tesla’s dwindling sales; they’re about preserving democracy from corporate overreach.
Tesla’s Future in Jeopardy: Declining Sales and Market Trouble
Musk’s influence on federal policies isn’t the only issue rattling Tesla. The company’s electric vehicle (EV) sales are already struggling amid growing competition. In Norway, Tesla sales plummeted by nearly 38% in just one month. Spain saw an even more dramatic 75% drop. Longtime Tesla enthusiasts are ditching their vehicles, with some Tesla-focused websites even selling off their own cars in protest.
California, once a stronghold for Tesla, has seen a decline in sales. Tesla stock, which initially soared after the election, has since dropped by a third. Analysts from The Motley Fool predict that Tesla shares could sink another 50% or more, further threatening Musk’s financial empire.
As protests continue nationwide, it’s clear that Musk’s hold on both Tesla and Washington is facing unprecedented resistance. The question remains: will these demonstrations force a shift, or will Musk weather the storm?
