Federal IT staffer sues Elon Musk for defamation after brake lines cut

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A federal IT staffer is suing Elon Musk for defamation after his brake lines were cut following his whistleblower complaint. The staffer alleges Musk targeted him by falsely calling his claims about DOGE fake, leading to threats and the sabotage of his car. The lawsuit seeks to shed light on Musk's alleged role with DOGE and protect other whistleblowers.


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