Introduction to the Resurgence of 2002 Vibes in the US

The current year may be 2025, but the atmosphere in the United States is increasingly reminiscent of 2002. This shift is largely due to the recent attacks on Tesla dealerships, which have prompted the FBI to issue a public service announcement cautioning the public to remain vigilant. As of the announcement on Friday, there have been at least nine known incidents where individuals have fired upon unoccupied Tesla vehicles and hurled Molotov cocktails at empty buildings. An additional incident on Monday involved the discovery of suspected incendiary devices at a dealership in Austin, as reported by KXAN.

The FBI’s Public Service Announcement and Attorney General Pam Bondi’s Statement

The FBI’s statement, although anticipated, was soon followed by Attorney General Pam Bondi’s appearance on Fox News. During her interview, Bondi escalated the situation by claiming that the individuals responsible for these attacks possess "weapons of mass destruction." When questioned by Maria Bartiromo, Bondi stated, "These are not isolated incidents, as you know, and these aren’t vandals. These are Molotov cocktails. That could be a weapon of mass destruction that they’re throwing in Tesla dealerships." The term "weapon of mass destruction" is defined by the Department of Homeland Security as a device intended to harm a large number of people, encompassing nuclear, radiological, chemical, biological, or other harmful devices.

The Implication of Bondi’s Statement and Historical Context

Bondi’s intention is clear: to evoke fear in the population and justify an overwhelming response, drawing parallels with the post-9/11 era. In 2002, claims of Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein possessing weapons of mass destruction were used to justify the invasion of Iraq, a war now widely regarded as unnecessary and based on false premises. Similarly, Bondi’s rhetoric aims to equate the attacks on Tesla dealerships with domestic terrorism, leveraging the same fear-mongering tactics employed in the early 2000s.

Accusations Against Jasmine Crockett and Peaceful Protests

Attorney General Bondi further escalated the situation by suggesting that Jasmine Crockett, a Democratic congresswoman from Texas, is tied to domestic terrorism. Crockett responded to these accusations on MSNBC, emphasizing that she does not promote violence and highlighting President Trump’s pardons of violent offenders involved in the January 6, 2021, incident. Meanwhile, peaceful protests against Elon Musk, dubbed Tesla Takedown, have been taking place across the country, with protesters expressing discontent over Musk’s actions and his de facto role as a co-president alongside Trump.

The Tesla Takedown Protests and Clashes

These protests have also seen counter-demonstrations by supporters of Trump and Musk, leading to incidents such as the use of a stun gun against peaceful protesters in Berkeley, California, and a man in Palm Beach, Florida, intentionally driving his SUV at a crowd of protesters. The protests are expected to continue, given the inaction of elected Democrats like Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, who has failed to stand up to Musk and Trump.

Conclusion: The War on Terror Revival

The situation is likely to escalate, with Trump vowing to go after the "funders" of the attacks, despite the FBI describing the perpetrators as "lone offenders." This narrative, reminiscent of the War on Terror era, is set to continue, with the language of terrorism and weapons of mass destruction being used to justify severe responses to the attacks on Tesla dealerships. As such, the United States may be entering a period where the political climate becomes increasingly polarized and reminiscent of the early 2000s.