Vandals Target Tesla Vehicles in Nationwide Hate Crimes

In a series of vandalism incidents targeting Tesla vehicles, two men were caught on a Cybertruck's security camera carving hate symbols, including a swastika, in Brooklyn. The NYPD is treating the incident as a hate crime, coinciding with a rise in public dissatisfaction over Elon Musk's political affiliations and measures impacting federal workers. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized the irony of the attacks, noting that many Tesla owners are likely Democrats, despite being targeted by vandals protesting Musk's support for Donald Trump. The vandalism reflects a broader trend of hostility towards Tesla, with multiple incidents reported and a recent warning from Attorney General Pam Bondi that such acts could result in severe legal consequences. FBI Director Kash Patel has labeled some of these actions as domestic terrorism, raising concerns about the prioritization of responses to property crimes versus hate crimes against racial minorities. As tensions escalate, the narrative around Tesla's brand continues to intertwine with political sentiments and societal discourse on hate crimes.