Protests Erupt at Tesla Showrooms Over Musk’s Controversial Role in DOGE Amid Political Tensions

On March 2nd, COINOTAG reported significant protests throughout the United States, specifically targeting over 50 Tesla showrooms. These demonstrations were organized as part of the “Tesla Takedown” initiative, highlighting concerns regarding Elon Musk’s controversial leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) since January 20th. Critics have raised alarms about a proposed buyout plan for federal employees amidst ongoing layoffs and the dissolution of the U.S. International Development Agency. Various local news sources in New York noted that protesters congregated outside a Tesla dealership in downtown Manhattan, where videos captured chants proclaiming, “Zelensky is a hero.” This event followed a heated exchange between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, U.S. President Donald Trump, and Vice President Pence, during which Musk publicly criticized Zelensky, remarking on the latter’s diminishing reputation among American constituents.