Elon Musk fired back at late-night host Jimmy Kimmel after Kimmel appeared to joke about a series of attacks targeting Tesla vehicles and charging stations. The heated exchange unfolded after Kimmel made comments during his show that Musk perceived as dismissive of the vandalism incidents.
Musk took to social media to call Kimmel an “unfunny jerk,” accusing the comedian of making light of crimes that involved property damage and threats to Tesla owners. The CEO of Tesla and SpaceX emphasized the seriousness of the attacks, pointing out that such acts endangered individuals and reflected a broader hostility toward his company and its supporters.
The feud comes as authorities continue to investigate multiple incidents of vandalism against Tesla facilities, including damaged charging stations and spray-painted vehicles. Several suspects have been arrested in connection with these attacks, which law enforcement believes may be politically motivated.
Musk, who has frequently criticized mainstream media and late-night hosts, accused Kimmel of encouraging hate toward Tesla drivers and downplaying the severity of the situation. The clash quickly gained traction online, drawing mixed reactions from viewers and fueling an ongoing debate over the line between comedy and commentary in public discourse.