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The FBI is investigating a series of incidents across the U.S. in which Tesla charging stations and dealerships have been damaged, labeling them as domestic terrorism. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced charges against three individuals accused of throwing Molotov cocktails at Tesla vehicles and writing messages against President Trump near Tesla charging stations. The terrorism designation grants federal and local law enforcement broader authority, potentially allowing surveillance of protests against Elon Musk’s influence in government. The FBI’s national network of Joint Terrorism Task Forces may also be utilized, providing access to resources from federal and local agencies. Critics express concern that this could give Tesla executives privileged access to information on protesters.