The White House has issued a condemnation of the recent violence directed at Tesla car owners, dealerships, and charging stations across the United States. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt characterized the acts as "heinous" and called for Democratic leaders to publicly denounce the violence. Her remarks came in response to inquiries regarding a website purportedly aimed at doxing Tesla owners by revealing their personal information.
Leavitt noted that the acts of intimidation against Tesla and its customers—many of whom are Democrats—are particularly troubling. She highlighted the shift in support for Tesla among Democrats, attributing it to Elon Musk's political alignment with Donald Trump. Leavitt mentioned that the Attorney General is investigating these incidents as potential acts of domestic terrorism.
The website in question, called "Dogequest," has allegedly published personal details of Tesla owners, including names and contact information, under the guise of promoting protest. Reports indicate that the site claims it will rescind the information if individuals can demonstrate they have sold their Tesla vehicles. However, the authenticity of the information posted has not been verified, and access to the website has been restricted following media reports.
Recent incidents of vandalism include gunfire at a Tesla dealership in Oregon and arson attacks on charging stations in Massachusetts. Additionally, protests have occurred outside Tesla locations in California, Michigan, and New York City, with varying degrees of intensity and violence. The overall situation has raised concerns regarding the safety of Tesla owners and the broader implications of political polarization within the context of consumer choices.