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A Tesla worker built a website protesting Elon Musk. He was fired a few days later.
- Former Tesla employee Matthew LaBrot was fired after creating a website protesting Elon Musk and calling for a new CEO.
- LaBrot, a Democrat, became disillusioned with Musk's political involvement and actions supporting Donald Trump.
- He was fired less than 24 hours after participating in a Tesla Takedown protest in California.
- After voicing concerns about Tesla's sales challenges related to Musk's politics, LaBrot set up the critical website.
- His website, teslaemployeesagainstelon.com, called for Tesla to find a new CEO and drew attention to his views.
- Many current and former employees expressed concerns about Musk's leadership and political focus.
- LaBrot's Cybertruck was spray-painted with protest messages, leading to his termination by Tesla's Human Resources.
- Despite his firing, LaBrot remains a supporter of Tesla's mission but wished for a change in CEO.
- Tesla's sales have faced challenges, with factors like Musk's political views potentially affecting customer interest.
- LaBrot has received support from some former Tesla employees and continues to participate in Tesla protests.
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