“Tesla Takedown Global Action Day” Elon Musk protests against Trump administration
As Americans gather on the streets to enjoy the spring weather this weekend, Protesters all over the world He will be taking part in the pre-planned Tesla Takedown Global Action Day on Saturday.
According to the protestor’s goals Organization Websiteto send a crystal clear message that he is against Tesla CEO Elon Musk. The group describes itself as a decentralized grassroots movement that “protests against Tesla as long as Elon Musk continues to shred public services.” Organizers will hold rallies at more than 200 Tesla locations across the United States
Fox News Digital spoke with Joshua Schirard, director of law enforcement at Byrna and former Galveston, Texas police and SWAT captain, about how daily Americans and electric car owners can stay vigilant.
“This weekend, this Tesla takedown day, and I will be more situational and work a little more to plan what you are trying to do.
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Five Tesla vehicles were set on fire and were shot dead on March 18th at a local repair center in Las Vegas, Nevada, where police are investigating it as a “target attack.” (Hal Sparks via Storyful)
The organization’s website points out that Tesla Takedown is a “peaceful protest movement.”
“We oppose violence, destruction, destruction of property,” they wrote. “This protest is the legal exercise of our first right to amend the peaceful assembly.”
Past actions have put the demonstrations in illegal light, despite the organization’s weekend protests being cast as peaceful. From Oregon to Massachusetts, Tesla vehicles and facilities have been destroyed in at least 10 locations this year.
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What began as a protest Elon Musk And his government efficiency (DOGE) escalated to violent incidents against Trump’s allied companies, including shots fired in buildings, windows of destroyed dealers and charging stations set up in the fire.
With the rise in cases, the FBI has launched a task force to crack down on Tesla crimes, and the Department of Justice has announced charges against suspected arson. Attorney General Pam Bondy Label “domestic terrorism” on attacks.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk served as President of the United States Donald Trump on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 in the Tesla model vehicle on the left, on the south lawn of the White House in Washington, DC. (Samuel Comb/Cipa/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
Silard said there was “clear” communication this weekend about how to target Tesla dealers and owners.
“If I had a Tesla, I might park it on the weekend to be safe,” he said. “I wish we didn’t have to say that, but unfortunately we would.”
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For Tesla owners, Schirard recommends purchasing tarps and place electric vehicles in the “Sentry Mode” function that acts as a surveillance system. In this mode, the vehicle’s camera and sensors can record activity around it.
“Think of Sentry Mode as an intelligent vehicle security system that alerts you when it detects potential nearby threats.” Tesla Model 3 Owner’s Manual.
Tesla Supercharger Station will be destroyed on January 31, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Kevin Carter/Getty Images)
Protesters will gather outside Tesla dealers on March 22, 2025 during a rally in support of Americans affected by Elon Musk’s political involvement in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Wide range of international frustration and resistance. (Artur widak/nurphoto via Getty Images)
Become a special alert
Residents who are not Tesla’s owners can take part in keeping public property safe, and bad actors can interfere with violent activities.
“The rest of the American citizens who may not be Tesla’s drivers will need to stay very vigilant this weekend to help each other while you’re out,” Schillard said. “If you’re passing through a Tesla dealer, check if there’s any aggressive protest or vandalism and see if there’s any violence going on.”
ATF investigators will disassemble and record the burning Tesla Cybertock at the Teslalot in Seattle on Monday, March 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, file)
Law enforcement experts We shared a classic saying – see something, say something – that applies to violence against Tesla vehicles, dealers and owners.
“The police are already taxed and are growing thinly. The only way we can protect our communities is to support, support and contribute to those citizens,” Schillard said. “So, if you look at something, even if it looks minor, then call 911.”
“Let them know what’s going on and the police are thinking about how to properly divert resources so that we can protect our citizens where we really need them,” he said.
Seattle Fire Department members will inspect a burned Tesla Cybertruck in the Teslalotte, Seattle, on Monday, March 10th, 2025. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, file)
Police regarding “high alert”
Silard said he is confident that law enforcement officials across the country are discussing how to approach and fight Tesla violence.
“Most police departments are very Intel-driven right now. We’re always looking at what that future threat is. And we’re talking a lot from social media, mainstream media, local sources about this Tesla takedown,” he said.
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“It is very likely that we will see resources decouped to the police station just to make sure some of these larger Tesla dealers are covered.
Fox News Digital contacted Tesla for comment.