Global 'Tesla Takedown' Protests Urge Elon Musk to Resign from Government Role

Global Day of Action Against Elon Musk

• 🌍 Thousands of protesters are participating in a global "Tesla Takedown" day of action, with approximately 500 demonstrations planned worldwide.
• 🎯 The movement is a grassroots campaign accusing billionaire CEO Elon Musk of using his wealth to "destroy democracy."
• 📣 Protesters are demanding that Musk step down from his role in the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and cease slashing government jobs.

Protester Demands and Impact

• 📉 Organizers state they will continue their efforts until Musk ends his campaign to dismantle parts of the federal government.
• 💰 Some organizers have expressed a willingness to "bankrupt Tesla" and Elon Musk if he does not resign from his government position.
• 🚗 Protesters are urging the public to stop buying Tesla cars and to sell their Tesla stock.

Stock Market Impact and Protest Tactics

• 📈 Tesla's stock has seen a significant decline, falling from over $400 to around $200, representing a 50% loss in valuation and hundreds of billions of dollars.
• 🕊️ Organizers are stressing that protests should remain nonviolent, though some past demonstrations have unfortunately turned violent, leading to arrests.
• 警 Police have established perimeters and are prepared for potential events at Tesla showrooms, such as the one in New York City.