During a United States presidential event, Donald Trump, Elon Musk made a gesture that has been compared to a Nazi salute. Despite the criticisms he has received, Musk has chosen not to explicitly deny having made such a salute in a series of posts following the event. He mocked the critiques and responded sharply to those who interpreted his gesture in this way.
Many social media users and far-right groups noted similarities between Musk's gesture and a Nazi salute associated with Adolph Hitler. Despite insinuations and celebrations from right-wing extremists, Musk has not clarified his intention when making the gesture. Even some groups, such as Jewish Voice for Peace, have come to Musk's defense, suggesting it was an involuntary gesture.
Organizations like the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) have described Musk's gesture as "awkward" and have called for caution before jumping to conclusions. Communication and extremism experts have pointed out the seriousness of the gesture, emphasizing that even if it was accidental, it can cause harm and offend certain communities.
Musk's gesture occurred during a speech in which he expressed enthusiasm for the new U.S. president Donald Trump's space plans. Despite comparisons to a Nazi salute, Musk has ignored this and opted not to directly address these accusations. This episode has generated controversy and discussions about the responsibility of public figures at such large-scale events.
