Man Arrested and Charged in Arson Attacks on Tesla Dealership and GOP Headquarters in New Mexico
A New Mexico man has been charged with multiple counts of arson following a series of attacks on a Tesla dealership and the local Republican Party headquarters in Albuquerque. The suspect, identified as Jamison Wagner, is accused of firebombing both locations, leading to significant damage. Authorities have categorized the incidents as acts of domestic terrorism, and the Justice Department is seeking severe penalties, urging that crimes have consequences. The arrest has sparked reactions within the community, and local officials, including Attorney General Pam Bondi, have expressed concerns over the rising anti-Musk sentiment coinciding with these events. The investigation continues as federal agents examine the circumstances surrounding the attacks.
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