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Elon Musk responds to allegations of ‘Nazi salute’ at inauguration
Billionaire Elon Musk has dismissed accusations that he performed a Nazi salute during a speech at a political inauguration. Musk, who has often voiced support for former US President Donald Trump, addressed the controversy following widespread reactions to his gesture at the Capital One Arena in Washington, DC.
The controversy began when Musk made a gesture during his address, thanking supporters and emphasizing the importance of the recent presidential election. He placed his right hand over his heart, then raised it upward at an angle, palm down and fingers together. The gesture, which he repeated while facing different sections of the audience, sparked debate online. Critics compared it to a Nazi salute, while supporters called the interpretation baseless.
One prominent critic, activist Shai Davidai, condemned the gesture on social media, saying, “Doing a Nazi salute is never acceptable.” Other commentators and numerous media outlets echoed similar concerns, questioning Musk’s intentions.
Musk responded directly on social media, agreeing with a post calling the accusations a “dirty tricks campaign.” He dismissed the claims, stating, “The ‘everyone is Hitler’ attack is so tired.”
The Anti-Defamation League, a US-based nonprofit organization, also weighed in on the debate. They suggested Musk’s gesture was likely “an awkward moment of enthusiasm,” rather than a deliberate Nazi salute. The organization urged individuals across political lines to approach such situations with understanding and give others the benefit of the doubt.
Some social media users defended Musk by highlighting similar arm gestures made by other prominent political figures, including Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton, and Barack Obama, which did not receive the same scrutiny. Others speculated that Musk’s movement could be linked to Asperger’s syndrome, a condition he has publicly disclosed.
The controversy reflects ongoing political tensions and heightened sensitivities in public discourse, with gestures and symbols being closely scrutinized and often politicized.
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