A Tesla dealership in Salem, Oregon, suffered a second attack, this time involving gunfire that shattered several showroom windows. This incident follows a January arson attack at the same location, which also resulted in window damage and a vehicle fire. The FBI, ATF, and local police are investigating both events. No suspects have been identified, and a potential connection to Elon Musk’s political affiliations remains undetermined. The timing of the attacks has fueled speculation regarding their motivations.
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Elon Musk’s endorsement of Dogecoin has backfired, causing significant damage to Donald Trump’s political standing within the GOP. Trump officials are openly defying Musk, reflecting growing Republican unease. This internal conflict, coupled with rising public anger, is creating an opportunity for the opposition. The situation suggests a strengthening of the resistance against the current political climate.
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A Canadian parliamentary petition, initiated by author Qualia Reed and sponsored by MP Charlie Angus, has garnered over 167,000 signatures demanding the revocation of Elon Musk’s Canadian citizenship. The petition cites Musk’s advisory role to Donald Trump and alignment with policies perceived as detrimental to Canadian sovereignty. Musk’s actions, including support for Trump’s administration and public pronouncements, are presented as justification for stripping him of his citizenship. The petition’s success surpasses the minimum signature requirement for presentation to the House of Commons, potentially prompting a formal government response.
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Amidst a controversial federal workforce reduction campaign spearheaded by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, multiple U.S. agencies instructed employees to disregard a demand to list their weekly accomplishments or face termination. This directive, issued after Musk’s ultimatum on X, reflects internal tensions within the Trump administration regarding the chaotic and rapid downsizing effort. The campaign, which has already laid off over 20,000 workers and offered buyouts to 75,000 more, has led to the hasty rehiring of some critical personnel. The unprecedented actions have prompted widespread criticism despite bipartisan acknowledgment of the need for government reform.
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Senator Susan Collins expressed serious concerns regarding the Trump administration’s mass firings of federal employees, citing negative impacts on Maine, particularly in national parks and biomedical research. These firings, orchestrated under the direction of Elon Musk, have been widespread and disorganized, leading to the unintentional dismissal of crucial personnel and subsequent attempts to rehire them. The administration justified the actions as promoting efficiency, but the firings prompted defiance from some federal departments and unions, and Collins anticipates legal challenges, citing potential constitutional violations. While concerned, Collins has yet to announce any specific actions beyond suggesting that the courts will likely resolve the matter.
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Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard instructed intelligence community personnel to disregard an email from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) demanding a list of five accomplishments from the previous week. This directive, echoed by other national security leaders, cited concerns about classified information and the potential compromise of national security. The OPM email, a tactic previously used by Elon Musk at Twitter, raised legal questions and confusion across various government departments, with some agencies directing employees to respond while others prohibited it. The conflicting orders highlighted the uncertainty and potential risks associated with Musk’s request.
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Senator Tina Smith (D-Minn.) criticized Elon Musk’s demand that federal employees justify their positions or face termination, deeming it an abusive power move. This mandate, delivered via a Saturday night email requesting weekly accomplishments, followed President Trump’s urging for Musk to be more aggressive in his role at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk defended the email as a “trivial task,” while Senator Patty Murray (D-Wash.) countered that Musk lacks understanding of government spending and accountability. The DOJ has clarified that Musk is only a White House advisor, despite Trump’s assertion to the contrary.
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Despite Elon Musk’s months-long campaign promoting the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), including an op-ed and X appearances, the party secured only second place in Sunday’s snap elections. The center-right Christian Democratic Union won, with the AfD garnering approximately 20 percent of the vote. This outcome, while a significant gain for the AfD, demonstrates that Musk’s influence did not determine the German election results. The AfD’s platform, characterized by anti-immigrant rhetoric and denial of the “Great Replacement” conspiracy theory, remains a potent force in German politics.
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Senator Susan Collins voiced serious concerns regarding the Trump administration’s mass federal firings, citing potential detrimental effects on Maine, impacting areas such as national parks and biomedical research. These firings, orchestrated under the guidance of Elon Musk, have been widespread and disorganized, leading to the government scrambling to rehire some dismissed employees. The administration justified the actions as a push for efficiency, but several agencies and unions are advising employees to disregard the demands, suggesting legal challenges may follow. Collins, while expressing alarm and hinting at potential constitutional violations, indicated that legal recourse, rather than immediate Senate action, may be the most effective response.
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NDP MP Charlie Angus is sponsoring an e-petition demanding the revocation of Elon Musk’s Canadian citizenship, citing Musk’s perceived interference in Canadian politics through his support of the Conservative Party and criticism of Prime Minister Trudeau. The petition alleges Musk’s actions are detrimental to Canada’s national interests, particularly given his advisory role to the US administration. Having garnered over 76,000 signatures by Sunday morning, the petition will be presented to the House of Commons upon its resumption. While the petition doesn’t legally obligate the government to act, it aims to raise public awareness and pressure for action.
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