Musk Responds to Nazi Salute Accusations, Claims Media Misrepresentation

Elon Musk has drawn sharp criticism for recent remarks and gestures perceived as linked to Nazi symbolism. After a social media post filled with Nazi puns, Musk defended his actions against accusations of performing a Nazi salute, insisting they were mischaracterized gestures of camaraderie. Critics, including Sen. Chris Murphy and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, argue that Musk's actions embolden neo-Nazi groups, while Musk's defenders claim he is being attacked unfairly due to political biases. Meanwhile, Musk's comments at a German AfD party event, where he suggested Germany should focus less on guilt over its Nazi past, have also sparked controversy, with some media outlets interpreting his words as dangerous. Defenders like Andrew Marr assert that Musk's gestures were misunderstood and that comparisons to Hitler have lost their shock value. Overall, the discourse surrounding Musk highlights a broader cultural struggle over free speech, political allegiance, and historical accountability.