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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Musk Denies Nazi Salute Allegations During Trump Inauguration Celebration
Caption: Musk Denies Nazi Salute Allegations During Trump Inauguration Celebration. Elon Musk is accused of performing a Nazi salute during his speech celebrating Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th U.S. president, Al Jazeera reports. Speaking in Washington, DC, Musk hailed Trump’s election as a pivotal moment, calling it “a fork in the road of human civilisation.” Musk slapped his chest before extending his arm at an upward angle, which critics compared to the infamous Sieg Heil salute. Democratic Congressman Jerry Nadler condemned Musk’s actions, calling the gesture “abhorrent” and a reminder of history’s darkest chapters. The gesture gained traction online, with many accusing Musk of signaling alignment with neo-Nazi ideologies. Musk denied the allegations, calling the criticism “tired” and mocking detractors with a dismissive post on X. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) defended Musk, describing the gesture as “awkward enthusiasm” rather than a Nazi salute. Max Kaiser of the Jewish Council of Australia criticized Musk, claiming the gesture was deliberate and aligned with far-right ideologies. Musk’s recent endorsements of far-right groups, including Germany’s Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, have amplified scrutiny of his actions. Critics urge Musk and his companies to address the controversy, while others demand greater scrutiny of his role in Trump’s administration. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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