The President's Daily Brief March 26th, 2025: FBI Zeroes In On Tesla Attackers & Washington Lifts Taliban Bounties
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Mar 26, 2025 The FBI is cracking down on a surge of violent attacks against Tesla vehicles, raising questions about political motivations behind these acts. Meanwhile, the U.S. quietly lifts multimillion-dollar bounties on Taliban leaders, amid growing unrest in Turkey as protests against the government escalate. Adding to the tension, China unveils a device designed to cut deep-sea cables, posing new digital security threats. The landscape of international relations is shifting rapidly, with repercussions felt across the globe.
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Attacks on Tesla
- The FBI is investigating attacks on Tesla due to Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration and support for the president.
- Attacks include arson, vandalism, and shootings at dealerships and charging stations.
Task Force Criticism
- Critics see the task force as politically motivated against Musk's adversaries.
- However, the public largely recognizes the attacks as criminal acts requiring legal action.
Bounty Removal
- The US removed bounties on Haqqani leaders, including Sirajuddin Haqqani, after a US citizen was released.
- The Haqqani network, now part of the Taliban government, was behind major attacks in Afghanistan.