Listen to Part 2 of Elon Musk’s “Special Report” interview on Fox News Channel Friday at 6 p.m.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is talking about the increasing violence he believes is being used against Tesla owners, blaming the left-wing speech for inciting attacks.
In an interview with Fox NewsSpecial Report“On Thursday, Musk believed that the real problem was not only those who committed these actions, but also those who spread anti-Tesla narratives.
“The real problem is not the people. It’s not like those crazy guys, that’s Tesla dealerships.”
“It’s people who promote propaganda that can do that. These are the real villains here.”
The biggest silence: Democrats remain moms in violent attacks on Tesla
According to Musk, the rise of sabotage and attacks on Tesla stemmed from criticism of his leadership at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which has cut millions of dollars in government program funding and reduced the amount of federal work. He claims this The remarks of democratic leadersespecially those who oppose Doge and its involvement, sparked anger at Tesla and its supporters.
“They got publicity in the far left publicity, and they believed it,” Musk said.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – March 26: U.S. Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA) speaks in front of posters by Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk at a hearing on the Oversight and Government Reform Commission at the U.S. Capitol on March 26, 2025 in Washington, D.C. The heads of NPR and PBS appeared before the House subcommittee to post government efficiency to address allegations of bias in the show against conservatives. (Photo taken by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images) (Getty Image)
Reports of Tesla-related incidents have been increasing, from small vandalism such as keys or graffiti to more extreme cases such as arson and arson cases Driving a gun For Tesla.
“Tesla is a peaceful company that makes great cars, great products. That’s everything. It’s not hurting anyone. But people are committing violence.”
“They are bombing Tesla’s dealerships. They are shooting at the stores. They are threatening people. They are posing a death threat to me and other Tesla people.”
In response to violence, the FBI announced on Monday that it has launched Work Team Investigate attacks on Tesla owners. FBI Director Kash Patel posted on X that the incidents were considered “family terrorism.”
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Musk also said the Trump administration has vowed to take action.
“The president has made it clear: we are chasing them. Those who provide money, those who promote lies and propaganda. We are following them.”
President Donald Trump and senior White House advisers, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk left after watching Tesla vehicles on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C. on March 11, 2025 (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
When asked why he continued his role at Doge despite the rebound, Musk compared his attacks to those faced by President Donald Trump, especially Accuse him of being a Nazi.
“I got a normal script,” he said.
“They called all these things presidents…Once one Magazine coverIt is said that the president is worse than Hitler, Mussolini and Stalin combined. The president did not kill anyone. He did not start any war. In fact, he is good at stopping war. ”
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Musk believes that this extreme language is part of a broader strategy that undermines his and Trump’s agenda.
“Why do they push these lies? I think we need to get the people responsible for pushing these lies because these lies almost kill the president,” he said.
Listen to Elon Musk on Fox News Channel’s Part 2 of the Special Report Friday at 6 p.m.
