A radical legal group tied to the Antifa movement has partnered with anti-Tesla activists protesting CEO Elon Musk’s political alliances, particularly his ties to former President Donald Trump. The Civil Liberties Defense Center (CLDC), based in Oregon, has been providing online training and legal support to demonstrators engaged in what they’ve dubbed the “Tesla Takedown.”
Elon Musk, now head of the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), escalated a public feud with Trump trade adviser Peter Navarro following the rollout of a sweeping new tariff policy. Musk publicly ridiculed Navarro over the weekend, calling him a “moron,” “retard,” and “dumber than a sack of bricks” in a series of explosive social media posts.
Progressive activists and Democrat lawmakers will join forces in cities across all 50 states on Saturday, April 5, for a coordinated day of protests targeting former President Donald Trump and entrepreneur Elon Musk. Dubbed the “Hands Off” movement, the event accuses Trump and Musk of seeking control over key government programs and civil liberties.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court election on Tuesday carries high stakes, with potential national consequences. Elon Musk, speaking at a town hall in Wisconsin on Sunday, emphasized the race’s importance, stating it could “affect the entire destiny of humanity.” The election will determine whether the court maintains a 4-3 liberal majority or shifts to a conservative-led bench, impacting key issues like redistricting and congressional control.
Austin Police discovered incendiary devices at a local Tesla dealership on Monday morning, marking the latest in a series of violent attacks targeting Tesla properties, charging stations, and vehicles. Some incidents have involved arson, raising concerns over coordinated efforts against the Elon Musk-owned company.
President Donald Trump announced his willingness to personally compensate astronauts stranded in space after learning they received minimal pay for their extended mission. During a Friday press conference in the Oval Office, Fox News’s Peter Doocy highlighted that the astronauts only received an additional $1,430 for nine extra months in space, equating to just $5 per day.
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel took aim at Elon Musk in his March 19 monologue, mocking the billionaire’s concerns over increasing Tesla vandalism. Kimmel’s remarks, which some critics interpreted as justifying attacks on Tesla vehicles, quickly drew backlash from conservatives and Musk supporters. Facing criticism, Kimmel attempted to walk back his comments in a follow-up monologue the next night.
Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz expressed joy over the declining stock value of Tesla, a company that employs thousands of Americans, simply to spite CEO Elon Musk. Tesla’s stock has dropped over 40% in 2025 so far, as of Wednesday morning.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the cancellation of 44 additional contracts with a total ceiling value of $5.2 billion, resulting in taxpayer savings of $640 million. The move is part of an ongoing effort to reduce wasteful government spending.
