In a sweeping announcement that has intensified scrutiny on federal security measures, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino revealed that the bureau is actively investigating a series of violent attacks targeting Tesla vehicles and dealerships, as well as related swatting incidents.
The revelations come amid a broader political debate over federal spending cuts and are being condemned as acts of domestic terrorism by President Donald Trump and top administration officials.I. A Surge of Violent
Incidents Targeting Tesla
Recent weeks have seen a series of brazen attacks on Tesla properties that have alarmed both law enforcement and the public. In one particularly harrowing incident at a Tesla collision center in Las Vegas, multiple vehicles were set ablaze, and the word “Resist” was spray-painted on the building. According to the Las Vegas Police Department, a masked individual, armed with incendiary devices, approached the center and ignited several Tesla vehicles. Witnesses report that the suspect also fired at least three rounds from a firearm during the attack, though authorities have not confirmed any injuries from gunfire.
The FBI’s investigation into these acts is part of a broader inquiry led by the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Bongino stated on Fox News Channel’s Sean Hannity that the incidents, which have struck Tesla dealerships and collision centers in cities such as Las Vegas and Kansas City, appear to be coordinated efforts. “Our teams are actively working on the Tesla incidents and the swatting incidents, along with our other responsibilities to keep the Homeland safe,” he affirmed in a recent social media post.
Administration Response: Labeling the Attacks as Domestic Terrorism
Top officials in the Trump administration have wasted no time condemning these incidents. President Trump, along with other high‑ranking figures, has described the attacks on Tesla vehicles and swatting incidents as acts of “domestic terrorism.”
Their rhetoric points to a deliberate effort to destabilize public order and undermine the administration’s initiatives, particularly those linked to DOGE-driven budget cuts and federal spending reforms.Attorney General Pam Bondi, speaking on Fox News, asserted that the Department of Justice would aggressively pursue those responsible. “We are coming after you. If you are part of an organized group funding these attacks, we will find you and prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law,” Bondi warned in a recent interview. Her remarks underscore a commitment to not only stopping these violent actions but also to exposing any underlying networks that might be orchestrating them.
The administration’s stance is clear: these violent disruptions and swatting incidents are viewed as a direct threat to public safety and national security. By linking these events to broader efforts to cut waste and corruption within federal agencies, the administration aims to build a narrative that contrasts its tough enforcement policies with what it sees as the inaction and leniency of previous administrations.
IV. The Role of DOGE and Federal Accountability
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has played a pivotal role in bringing these issues to light. DOGE’s investigations have uncovered systemic inefficiencies and questionable spending practices that, according to Musk, amount to “magic money computers” issuing funds without proper oversight. Now, the agency is expanding its focus to include violent incidents linked to those practices, such as the attacks on Tesla properties.Musk has repeatedly emphasized that the federal government’s financial practices are riddled with inconsistencies, and these acts of violence against Tesla facilities further highlight the urgency of reform. By targeting companies like Tesla—pioneers in the electric vehicle market and symbols of innovation—the administration seeks to demonstrate that no institution, regardless of its political connections, is above scrutiny.
The findings by DOGE have significant implications. They not only call into question the integrity of federal spending but also suggest that the very systems meant to manage these funds are vulnerable to abuse. As federal agencies work to ensure that taxpayer dollars are used appropriately, the discovery of these “magic money computers” has fueled demands for more transparency and accountability.
