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On Monday, the FBI launched a task force to investigate violent attacks targeting Tesla.

The Details: The task force will work with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to crack down on the attacks. Its creation comes after a surge of attacks - one just hours before in Austin, Texas, where a bomb squad found several incendiary devices at a Tesla showroom. There have been at least 80 reported cases of arson or vandalism of Tesla vehicles in the U.S. and Canada, as well as a number of peaceful demonstrations at Tesla showrooms. A group called “Tesla Takedown” is calling for protests on Saturday, March 29 outside Tesla showrooms across America.

Key Quote: "This is domestic terrorism," FBI Director Kash Patel said. "Those responsible will be pursued, caught, and brought to justice."

For Context: The recent attacks have coincided with CEO Elon Muk's increased role in the Trump administration and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). On March 12, President Donald Trump showed his support for Musk by purchasing a Tesla at the White House while calling out the violence against the dealerships. Last week, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick drew criticism when he recommended the public “buy Tesla” stock.

How the Media Covered It: Fox News (Right bias) recounted Musks's comments about the "deranged" attacks amid "some kind of mental illness." Axios (Lean Left bias) called the task force the "latest step by the Trump administration" to use the government to defend and promote Musk's car company.

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The FBI has created a task force dedicated to investigating Tesla attacks, FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed on X on Monday.

Why it matters: It's the latest step by the Trump administration to use the full weight of the government to both promote and defend Elon Musk's car company.

What they're saying: "This is domestic terrorism," Patel said. "Those responsible will be pursued, caught, and brought to justice."

The task force will operate in conjunction with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

The FBI on Monday launched a task force to crack down on violent Tesla attacks, Fox News Digital has learned. 

The FBI’s task force was created in conjunction with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) and will coordinate investigative activity.

Fox News Digital has learned that there have been various instances in recent weeks of vandalism, arson and targeted shootings against Tesla vehicles, dealerships and charging stations across the nation.