On January 20, during the inauguration of the President of the United States, Donald Trump, various controversies and comparisons arose. One incident that stood out was when Elon Musk gave a salute by raising his right arm, which was equated with the characteristic salute of Adolf Hitler. This action immediately triggered controversy online.
One aspect recalled was an alleged statement by Trump about Hitler during a private conversation at the White House in 2024, where the need for generals like those that Hitler had was mentioned. Furthermore, during his presidential oath, Trump omitted placing his left hand on the two Bibles held by his wife, a gesture traditionally made when taking an oath of office.
Trump's omission of this traditional gesture also sparked criticism on social media, where the symbolic importance of the Bible in the religious context was highlighted, especially for Christianity and Judaism. These incidents generated intense debate online, with internet users comparing the new U.S. administration to Hitler and questioning the actions of those involved.
In response to the accusations and criticisms, Elon Musk, who is now the administrator of the Government Efficiency Department, vigorously responded through his social media. In one post, Musk mentioned that the comparative attack with Hitler is exhausting and defended his stance with more posts on the topic. The controversy appears to have reached a critical point, with those involved responding through digital platforms.
