Tesla sent a video to sales staff before protests that featured smiling workers, a dog, and a reminder to 'stay vigilant'

Tesla showrooms have been hit with vandalism and protests nationwide over Musk's work with the White House DOGE office.

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• Tesla sent sales staff a video on the eve of mass protests that encouraged workers to "stay vigilant."
• Tesla hasn't directly referenced the protests outside of Elon Musk's comments during interviews and a surprise all-hands meeting.
• Since early February, Tesla has faced vandalism of its vehicles and protests at its showrooms.