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Tesla’s popularity and the polarizing figure of Elon Musk have led to protests and activism. Recently, aggressive demonstrations—such as protests outside Tesla showrooms involving posters calling for violence or burning vehicles—have escalated tensions. Investigations suggest some protesters may be paid to organize these confrontations, possibly funded through online classified ads offering $40 an hour.
In places like New York City, protesters laid down blocking access to Tesla stores, aiming to disrupt sales and raise awareness. Musk has responded sharply, labeling the protesters as puppets controlled by unseen puppet masters. He called for the arrest of those funding and orchestrating such events, emphasizing that violence or vandalism—even when claimed as protests—must be condemned.