HOUSTON, United States 

Federal charges have been filed against a New Mexico man accused of going on an arson spree in that state which destroyed a Tesla dealership and the Republican Party headquarters.

Jamison Wagner, 40, is accused of setting ablaze a Tesla showroom in Albuquerque and the Republican Party of New Mexico (RPNM) headquarters in February and March.

Wagner was arrested April 12 after investigators linked surveillance footage of both locations to him, with his white Hyundai vehicle being identified at the scenes. They confiscated evidence from his home, including materials for homemade incendiary devices using glass containers and flammable liquid which were used to ignite the fires.

The FBI on Monday announced Wagner's apprehension.

"This arrest sends a clear message: those who terrorize our community through acts of arson will not escape justice," Raul Bujanda, special agent in charge of the FBI Albuquerque Field Office, said in a statement.

"This affirms our commitment to holding criminals accountable, and we will continue to work with our state, local and federal partners to keep our communities safe," he said.

During the Feb. 9 arson attack at the dealership, investigators said Wagner set two Tesla vehicles on fire, one of which was significantly damaged. Graffiti with the phrases "Die Elon", "Tesla Nazi Inc" and "Die Tesla Nazi" was spray-painted in red and black paint on the building and six other Tesla vehicles accompanied by swastika symbols.

During the March 30 attack at the RPNM office, investigators said Wagner set fire to the building which significantly damaged the front door and entry area. They also collected evidence that suggested two or three glass incendiary devices were used to ignite the fire.

Authorities said Wagner also spray-painted "ICE=KKK" on the building.

"Let this be the final lesson to those taking part in this ongoing wave of political violence. We will arrest you, we will prosecute you, and we will not negotiate," said US Attorney General Pam Bondi in a statement. "Crimes have consequences."

Wagner was charged with two counts of malicious damage or destruction of property by fire or explosives and is in custody until his initial court hearing scheduled for Wednesday.

"Hurling firebombs is not political protest," said US Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in a statement. "It is a dangerous felony that we will prosecute to the maximum extent."

Wagner faces between five and 20 years in prison for each count, if convicted.