New York: Billionaire Elon Musk has alleged that 'bad people' are targeting him due to his controversial efforts to reform the US government, which he says are intended to cut costs. According to Musk, his opponents, including Democrats, labor unions, advocacy groups, and many ordinary Americans, view his actions as reckless and uninformed about government operations.

According to Anadolu Agency, Musk, a major campaign donor to US President Donald Trump and head of the unofficial Department of Government Efficiency, has faced significant backlash. His claims of government fraud and abuse have been met with skepticism, as his team has repeatedly retracted fraud allegations that lacked evidence.

Musk asserted that his efforts to curtail what he describes as fraudulent financial practices have led to threats against him and attacks on Tesla facilities. He claimed that these actions are driven by his political activities and his leadership role in the efficiency team, which has attempted to terminate tens of thousands of federal workers and eliminate government agencies, a power legally held only by Congress.

Musk expressed surprise at what he perceives as violent reactions from the political left, whom he expected to be more empathetic. He cited incidents of vandalism and violence against Tesla properties in the US and Europe, attributing them to dissatisfaction with his political stance and alleged election interference.

Despite the backlash, Musk emphasized the peaceful nature of Tesla and his personal commitment to productive ventures. Nevertheless, his critics argue that his attempts to dismantle agencies like USAID could have severe implications for global public health.

Musk suggested that larger, unidentified forces are orchestrating the opposition against him and questioned the funding and coordination behind these actions. The vandalism has resulted in substantial financial losses for Tesla, prompting President Trump to publicly support the company by purchasing a new Tesla and condemning the attacks as 'domestic terrorism,' with promises of severe repercussions for those responsible.