Steve Bannon Sparks Outrage with Nazi Salute at CPAC

Steve Bannon, former chief strategist for Donald Trump, faced backlash after performing a gesture at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) that many interpreted as a Nazi salute. This incident, occurring shortly after Elon Musk made a similar gesture at Trump's inauguration, has drawn severe criticism and led French far-right leader Jordan Bardella to withdraw from the event, citing the gesture as a provocation related to Nazi ideology. Bannon denied the allegations, asserting that his action was merely a wave to thank the audience. Critics on social media expressed outrage, with some claiming that such gestures indicate a troubling trend within the Republican party. Bannon's response included derogatory remarks about Bardella, calling him