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Charges Filed Against Former Bureaucrat and Green NGO Exec for Vandalizing Teslas
Clear Facts
- A former federal bureaucrat and a green nonprofit executive have been charged with allegedly vandalizing Tesla vehicles in Washington, D.C.
- Justin Fisher and Emily Fisher are accused of defacing Teslas with anti-Elon Musk slogans near their Capitol Hill neighborhood.
- The couple claims the allegations involve “non-violent and non-destructive conduct” and expect fair treatment by the legal system.
In a surprising turn of events, a former government official and a nonprofit executive have been thrust into the spotlight for allegedly vandalizing Tesla vehicles in Washington, D.C. Justin Fisher, a former employee of the Government Accountability Office, and his wife Emily Fisher, who was associated with the Smart Electric Power Alliance, have been arrested and charged for their alleged actions.
The charges against the Fishers include multiple counts of defacing private property. Authorities allege that the couple targeted Tesla vehicles in the Capitol Hill area, scrawling anti-Elon Musk messages on them. These messages included provocative statements such as “Go Doge I support Musk killing the dept of Education” and “I love Musk and hate the Fed Gov’t.”
Interestingly, the Fishers are accused of targeting vehicles within a ten-block radius of their home. One of the defaced Teslas reportedly belonged to an elementary school teacher. The acts of vandalism are being investigated as potential hate crimes, which could lead to severe penalties, including up to a year in jail and a $5,000 fine.
In response to the charges, the Fishers released a statement through their attorneys.
“Our understanding is that the allegations in this case involve non-violent and non-destructive conduct that resulted in no property damage,” the statement reads.
“We trust that the government and the court system will treat our clients with fairness and proportionality. We look forward to ensuring their constitutional rights are upheld in accordance with the rule of law.”
Emily Fisher’s association with the Smart Electric Power Alliance, an organization committed to “energy equity,” adds another layer to the story. Her biography on the organization’s website highlights her role as a co-chair of the executive board for City Year D.C., an initiative that collaborates with AmeriCorps to support local schools.
As the investigation continues, the Smart Energy Power Alliance and City Year have yet to comment on the situation. The case underscores the ongoing tensions surrounding Tesla and its CEO, Elon Musk, who has become a polarizing figure in political and environmental discussions.
Let us know what you think, please share your thoughts in the comments below.
Doug
April 6, 2025 at 5:15 pm
Absolutely, treat them ‘fairly’, ten years in federal prison along with restitution for “inciting dumbed down obama-leftists to destroy peoples personal properties” !!!
John
April 6, 2025 at 5:32 pm
Thoses protestors have been lead to belive they can break the law and get away with it. They should have thought about what would happen before they did the crime. You can’t fix stupid.
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RP
April 6, 2025 at 5:19 pm
This is not the right way to protest. Destruction of private property is terrorizing the owners don’t is an act of terrorism. They also encouraged others across the country to do the same damage and burn cars etc. They may have deliberately planned these actions across the country
LYNN
April 6, 2025 at 5:23 pm
. PRISON AND RESTITUTION DESTROYING PERSONAL PROPERTIES . THIS HAS TO BE STOPPED NOW
GGKathieB
April 6, 2025 at 5:58 pm
Someone who just walked into the Capitol through a door being held open by a Capital Police Officer was arrested, convicted of “trespassing”, and spent time in jail. So, yes, I’m all for fairness and equity. This was a hate crime and a criminal offense, so it would only be fair id they’re convicted of their crime and spend some time in jail. I understand that the cells used for the J6ers are empty now. These people should be held under the same conditions.
Chris Johns
April 9, 2025 at 10:41 am
Amen to your conclusion.
William
April 7, 2025 at 6:47 am
This is clearly a hate crime. Throw the book at them. People must learn that this behavior will not be tolerated, period.
Susan
April 7, 2025 at 11:44 am
These 2 are typical of the left. When you have to get a car repaired there is more to it than going by the dealer. You have to take time off from work to take the car in. You have to get a rental car, which is expensive. You have to pay a deductible because your insurance doesn’t cover everything. Then you have to take off AGAIN to go pick up your car. The worst thing is the feeling of being violated and attacked. These 2 need to spend a few years in jail.
Old Patriot
April 7, 2025 at 6:31 pm
Definitely hate crimes, they need jail time, plus paying to replace any parts they defaced, pay for any time lost by the owners getting their vehicles repaired, and pain and suffering caused to the owners by violating their property.