Netanyahu Defends Musk Amid Nazi Gesture Controversy

Elon Musk has sparked controversy following a gesture during President Trump's inauguration rally, which some interpreted as a Nazi salute. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) faced backlash for its defense of Musk, prompting many Jewish community leaders to downplay concerns about the gesture. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended Musk, asserting he is a 'great friend of Israel' who has supported the nation amid conflicts with Hamas. Netanyahu emphasized that Musk's actions have been mischaracterized and highlighted his visits to Israel post-October 7 massacre. In response to the accusations, Musk made light of the situation on social media, further inciting criticism from figures like ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt, who condemned his Holocaust jokes as offensive. The discourse reflects a divide within the Jewish community regarding Musk's actions and their implications.