Why Elon Musk’s Trump Feud Is Fueling a Wave of Nationwide Tesla Protests—and What It Means for 2025
A perfect storm: Tesla faces plunging sales, rising protests, and deepening rifts between Elon Musk and Donald Trump as 2025 looms.
- 60+ Tesla protests scheduled in cities across the U.S.
- 47% drop in Tesla shares from 2023 peak
- 13% plunge in Tesla deliveries in Q1—the largest in company history
- $288M donated by Elon Musk to Trump’s 2024 campaign
As 2025 approaches, tensions between two of America’s most polarizing figures—Elon Musk and Donald Trump—are spilling into the streets. The ongoing Tesla Takedown movement continues to escalate, whipping up heated protests and capturing national attention. Behind the scenes, corporate drama and political rifts threaten to reshape the electric vehicle giant’s trajectory.
Tesla’s Showrooms Become Epicenters of Protest
Rain couldn’t keep the protesters away.
At 11:30 a.m. on a dreary Saturday in Washington, DC, a determined crowd gathered outside a Tesla showroom in Georgetown. These activists, some on their fifth or even sixtieth demonstration, came together with a unified goal: challenge the power and influence of the world’s richest man, Elon Musk. It was just one of over 60 demonstrations planned nationwide—from sunny Delray Beach, Florida, to Louisville, Kentucky, and Decatur, Georgia.
The Tesla Takedown movement, born in early 2024, is now urging Americans to “sell your Teslas, dump your stock and join the picket lines.” Organizers claim their campaign to curb Musk’s business and political power is “just getting started.”
Plunging Tesla Sales Ignite Protesters’ Momentum
Market signals are grim for Tesla. In the first quarter of 2025, deliveries dropped 13%—the sharpest decline in the company’s history. Tesla’s stock (TSLA) has nosedived nearly 47% from its 2023 all-time high, putting additional heat on Musk and raising eyebrows on Wall Street.
Even as Musk blames “economic weakness” for slowing sales, other EV manufacturers see rising numbers. Activists say this is proof consumers and investors are voting with their wallets.
Tesla’s Troubles: Trump Rift, DOGE Drama, and the Power Struggle Explained
The political theater goes beyond corporate boardrooms. After Musk quit his controversial federal cost-cutting project—known as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—his public feud with Trump went into overdrive.
Musk, who injected $288 million into Trump’s campaign, openly derided the president’s latest tax and domestic policy bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination.” Trump fired back with threats to cut off federal contracts for Musk’s businesses. The two billionaires, often portrayed as frenemies, each claim to wield enormous electoral influence.
Activist groups argue that Musk’s exit from DOGE doesn’t diminish his sway in government, dubbing his remaining influence “Musk’s tendrils.” Pension funds and institutional investors are taking note—a coalition recently called on Tesla’s board with concerns about long-term stability.
Q&A: Why Are People Protesting Elon Musk and Tesla?
Q: Why now?
A: Musk’s political maneuvering, financial entanglements, and influence over policy set off alarms—especially after his involvement with DOGE and large donations to political campaigns.
Q: Are the protests losing steam?
A: Not according to participants. Despite smaller turnouts due to weather and overlapping events like Pride Month, organizers emphasize their commitment. New protest dates are being announced—most notably Musk’s own birthday.
How to Join or Support the Tesla Takedown Movement
- Sell your Tesla or divest your Tesla stock, per activists
- Show up at scheduled protests outside local showrooms
- Encourage pension and investment funds to reconsider Tesla holdings
- Raise awareness using social media platforms like X and Bluesky
What Does All This Mean for 2025 and Beyond?
With billionaire clashes, volatile stocks, and swelling public dissent, experts predict Tesla will face even more scrutiny in 2025. This could affect future government contracts, investor confidence, and the company’s brand reputation in the fiercely competitive EV market. Whether Tesla bounces back—or continues to lose ground—remains to be seen.
What’s Next for Tesla, Musk, and Political Protesters?
Protesters vow to keep the heat on, arguing billionaire influence still threatens democracy. Upcoming rallies, investor campaigns, and social pressure are set to keep Tesla Takedown in the headlines throughout 2025.
Stay Informed, Take Action!
- Track the latest protests and company news on reputable sites like CNN and Reuters
- Assess your investments and review institutional holdings
- Share updates and resources through your networks
- Watch for major developments as Tesla and political power plays evolve through 2025
Ready to make your voice heard? Stay tuned and stay active—Tesla’s future is far from certain.