Trump Claims Leftist Billionaires Spark Tesla Violence Amid 80 Attacks

Donald Trump recently claimed that 'billionaires on the left' are partly responsible for a rise in violence against Tesla vehicles and facilities, suggesting a connection to his own legal challenges. During an interview with Newsmax, he described Tesla CEO Elon Musk as a 'wonderful patriot,' emphasizing that Musk has never sought favors from him. Trump's comments come amid increasing attacks on Tesla, with reports indicating at least 80 incidents of vandalism and arson against the company since January. Meanwhile, Democratic lawmakers are criticizing Trump for promoting Tesla and Musk, despite their previous support for electric vehicles, as they perceive a political stunt in Trump's recent purchase of a Tesla. This backlash highlights the growing tensions within the political discourse surrounding electric vehicles and their association with Musk's controversial ties to Trump. Some Democrats express concern over the violent acts against Tesla, with Rep. Jamie Raskin attributing the unrest to the civil disorder allegedly endorsed by Trump.