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Protests against Tesla, dubbed the Tesla Takedown movement, are escalating as demonstrators target showrooms and charging stations to express discontent with CEO Elon Musk's influence in the Trump administration. Musk has accused participants of being part of a conspiracy, while Trump labeled them "domestic terrorists," threatening legal action. Despite the protests being relatively small-scale, they signify a growing activism against the administration's policies and Musk's financial ties to Tesla.
Democratic senators, including Elizabeth Warren, are calling for a criminal investigation into Elon Musk over alleged conflicts of interest related to his work with the FAA and SpaceX's Starlink. They claim Musk may have influenced federal agencies while having a financial stake in the outcomes. SpaceX has denied any wrongdoing, asserting that recent media reports are false and that Starlink is not intended to take over existing contracts.
Elon Musk's Tesla faces significant backlash, with cars set ablaze and graffiti appearing at dealerships amid protests against job cuts linked to his leadership. Musk defended himself, stating he has never harmed anyone and questioned the hostility directed at him, attributing it to his challenge against "woke" ideologies. The Trump administration has vowed to investigate the vandalism, while environmental activists in London protested against Musk's business practices, claiming they threaten jobs and climate science.
Evan Feinman, a former Commerce Department official, warned that changes to the Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program could favor Elon Musk's Starlink at the expense of rural Americans' internet access. The new "tech neutral" rules may increase Starlink's potential funding from $4 billion to $20 billion, raising concerns about the reliability of satellite internet compared to fiber-optic options. Feinman criticized the delays this could cause for states ready to expand broadband networks, while congressional Democrats called for an investigation into potential conflicts of interest involving Musk.
Protests erupted in Palo Alto against Elon Musk, with residents expressing their discontent over his actions and the impact on the community that once supported Tesla. Former buyers are now selling their Teslas, and the protests reflect a significant shift in sentiment as Musk's market cap declines. The White House has intervened, labeling any violence against Tesla as "domestic terrorism," while the Department of Justice investigates the protest movement.
Protests against Elon Musk and Tesla have intensified, with demonstrators urging a boycott and calling for people to sell their Teslas and dump their stock. The "Tesla Takedown" movement, initiated by actor Alex Winter and academic Joan Donovan, has seen significant turnout across the U.S., coinciding with a wave of vandalism against Tesla properties. As Musk's influence faces scrutiny, concerns grow over the potential impact on Tesla's reputation and market share amid increasing competition in the EV sector.
Elon Musk is facing significant challenges, including a Tesla stock selloff and backlash over his role in the government initiative Doge, leading to a $22 billion drop in his net worth. Amid escalating protests and a cyberattack on his social media platform, Musk is doubling down on his political ties, recently appearing with Trump to promote Tesla, which has drawn mixed reactions and further protests against the company.
Five Democratic senators have urged the Justice Department to investigate Elon Musk for potentially using his insider status in the Trump administration to pressure advertisers back to X. Concerns have arisen over Musk's influence, particularly after reports indicated that X pressured advertising firm Interpublic Group to increase spending, with implications for its merger with Omnicom Group. The senators warned that Musk's actions could violate criminal ethics laws if he leverages his position to harm businesses that do not advertise on X.
Jes Staley, former CEO of Barclays, is contesting a ban imposed by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) after being fined $2.2 million for misleading regulators about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Staley, who claims he was unaware of Epstein's criminal history, will appeal the ban starting March 3, amid concerns from associates that the appeal may reveal more details about their relationship. The FCA's investigation uncovered over 1,100 emails between Staley and Epstein, contradicting his earlier statements about their connection.
During a Senate hearing, tensions rose as Senator Sanders pressed Kennedy on healthcare guarantees, while Kennedy deflected and faced criticism for his financial ties to vaccine lawsuits. Meanwhile, Democrats boycotted a meeting to advance Russell Vought's nomination amid concerns over his budget management, and Elon Musk's GSA plans to cut federal leases faced backlash from employees. Additionally, Trump initiated an investigation into NPR and PBS, accusing them of violating federal laws, aligning with his broader agenda to undermine publicly funded media.
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