SILICON SABOTAGE: How far-left extremists are weaponizing anonymity to target Tesla and Elon Musk

By willowt // 2025-03-21

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Tesla vehicles, dealerships and charging stations have been targeted in a series of violent attacks linked to far-left extremists, marking a dangerous trend in domestic terrorism that threatens public safety and civil discourse.
A defunct website, DOGEQUEST, published a map allegedly containing personal details of Tesla owners, directing users to the No Trace Project—a resource enabling anonymity for anarchists. These connections raise concerns about the facilitation of domestic terrorism under the guise of activism.
Incidents include firebombings, shootings and arson at Tesla properties nationwide, with suspects using Molotov cocktails and leaving ideological messages like "Resist." These are not random acts but premeditated, ideologically motivated attacks.
The violence reflects growing political polarization in the U.S., with former FBI agent Michael Tabman warning that inflammatory rhetoric and hatred are fueling further violence. Attorney General Pam Bondi has labeled the attacks as domestic terrorism, with legal actions underway.

In a shocking escalation of political violence, Tesla vehicles, dealerships and charging stations have become the latest targets of domestic terrorism. The attacks, which have been linked to far-left extremists, are part of a disturbing trend that threatens not only the safety of Tesla owners but also the very fabric of American civil discourse. While peaceful protest is a cherished right, the use of violence and terrorism to intimidate and harm is a dangerous overreach that must be condemned in the strongest terms.

The DOGEQUEST connection: A digital blueprint for terror

At the center of this controversy is the now-defunct website DOGEQUEST, which published a searchable map containing the alleged names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of Tesla owners across the United States. Although the accuracy of the data remains uncertain, 404 Media confirmed that some of the names listed are indeed Tesla owners or supporters of Elon Musk. This website, which directed users to the No Trace Project—a resource for anarchists and rebels to "act without getting caught"—raises serious questions about the intent behind its creation. The No Trace Project, in turn, is connected to Riseup Networks, a Seattle-based non-profit that describes itself as an "autonomous body" providing "communication and computer resources to allies engaged in struggles against capitalism and other forms of oppression." Public records show that Riseup Networks is focused on "technological assistance towards social justice," but its ties to DOGEQUEST suggest a darker agenda. By facilitating anonymity for those who wish to inflict harm, these organizations are enabling domestic terrorism under the guise of activism.

A pattern of violence: From doxxing to arson

The attacks on Tesla properties are not isolated incidents. In Las Vegas, a Tesla service center was firebombed early Tuesday morning, with at least five vehicles damaged and two set ablaze. The word "Resist" was spray-painted on the front doors of the business, a chilling reminder of the ideological motivations behind these acts. Assistant Sheriff Dori Koren of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department confirmed that the suspect used Molotov cocktails and wore all-black clothing, hallmarks of premeditated violence. Similar attacks have occurred across the country. In Kansas City, two Cybertrucks were set on fire at a dealership, while in Tigard, Oregon, a Tesla dealership was targeted in two separate shootings. In Seattle, four Cybertrucks were torched, and in Colorado, a suspect was arrested after attempting to set a Cybertruck on fire with a Molotov cocktail. These incidents are not random acts of vandalism; they are coordinated attacks designed to intimidate and silence.

The broader implications: A nation divided

The rise in political violence against Tesla and its supporters is symptomatic of a larger problem in American society. As former FBI special agent Michael Tabman noted, "We're a more divided country, hatred for the other side is boiling over, and I'm putting this in on both sides." Tabman, who oversaw the FBI's Minneapolis Field Office, warned that the current climate of inflammatory rhetoric and violent undertones is likely to lead to more violence. Attorney General Pam Bondi has labeled these attacks as "nothing short of domestic terrorism" and has vowed to pursue "severe consequences" for those involved. The Justice Department has already charged several alleged perpetrators with domestic terrorism, with one facing up to 20 years in federal prison. While these legal actions are a step in the right direction, they are not enough to address the root causes of this violence.

A call for unity and accountability

The attacks on Tesla are not just an assault on a company or its CEO; they are an assault on the principles of free enterprise and civil discourse. Elon Musk, who has been a vocal advocate for innovation and efficiency, has become a lightning rod for far-left extremists who view his success as a threat to their ideological agenda. But targeting Musk and Tesla owners is not a legitimate form of protest—it is domestic terrorism, plain and simple. Americans must reject the use of violence as a means of political expression. Peaceful protest is a cherished right, but it must never cross the line into terrorism. The organizations and individuals behind these attacks must be held accountable. The future of democracy depends on it. In the words of Peter Loge, a political ethics expert, "Protests can draw attention, create space for a conversation. Let’s have that conversation. Protests should not be violent." It is time for all Americans to come together and condemn these acts of terror, not just for the sake of Tesla, but for the sake of the nation. Sources include: ZeroHedge.com YahooNews.com WJTV.com