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Trump Labels Tesla Vandalism Domestic Terrorism Amid Protests

3/13/2025

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President Trump declared that violence against Tesla dealerships will be classified as domestic terrorism, reacting to recent acts of vandalism. He vowed to safeguard American businesses, labeling the perpetrators as "bad guys." Meanwhile, PEN America criticized his comments, warning they jeopardize free expression, while the "Tesla Takedown" movement maintains their protests are peaceful.

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President Trump declared that violence against Tesla dealerships will be classified as domestic terrorism, reacting to recent acts of vandalism. He vowed to safeguard American businesses, labeling the perpetrators as "bad guys." Meanwhile, PEN America criticized his comments, warning they jeopardize free expression, while the "Tesla Takedown" movement maintains their protests are peaceful.