Elon Musk's Gesture at Trump's Inauguration Parade Sparks Online Chatter
After telling the audience "thank you" for reelecting Trump, Musk appeared to grab his chest and then forcefully extended his right arm fully into the air with an outstretched straight hand while making a grunting noise. He then turned around and repeated the gesture before touching his chest again and telling the crowd, "My heart goes out to you."
Internet users interpret Elon Musk salute at inauguration party as Nazi gesture
Musk, 53, spoke to a crowd of Trump supporters at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., after Trump was sworn in at the U.S. Capitol. While thanking the supporters, Musk put his right hand over his heart, then extended his arm out with his palm down. He then turned around and repeated the gesture.
Elon Musk’s inauguration salute stokes debate in Congress, Europe
Elon Musk’s controversial gesture, which some interpreted as a Nazi-style salute, drew criticism from Trump’s political opponents and energized fans on the far right.
Jon Stewart Also Wondered Why Elon Musk Did That “Awkward” Salute at Trump’s Inauguration
The Anti-Defamation League has declared that Musk’s gesture was “not a Nazi salute.” Stewart tried to puzzle it out: “Maybe that was Elon’s attempt at ‘dabbing on the haters.’”
Elon Musk at Trump inauguration rally: Awkward stiff arm gesture goes viral
Billionaire Elon Musk gave a stiff arm salute during the Trump inauguration rally that has gone viral; The 'Nazi' salute explained.
Elon Musk Addresses Backlash over Controversial ‘Nazi Salute’ at Trump’s Inauguration
Elon Musk responds to the criticism over his one-armed gesture during Trump's inauguration which sparked controversy.
Elon Musk Accused of 'Pulling Trump Down' With Negative Poll Rating
Elon Musk could be "pulling Trump down," as polls show his popularity among the American population is plummeting, according to CNN analyst Harry Enten. Newsweek reached out to the White House and Musk's companies,
Trump ally Elon Musk gets ‘shaky assessment’ in new poll numbers
Americans are not loving tech billionaire Elon Musk’s role in President Trump’s administration. A new Quinnipiac University Poll, released Wednesday, found that a majority of voters disapprove of Musk’s prominent role with the Trump administration.
‘This is really disgusting’: Elon Musk is slammed by Germany after unapologetically saluting at Trump’s inauguration
Remember Elon Musk’s gesture at President Donald Trump’s inauguration? You know the one. Where he slapped his chest and then did what looked suspiciously like a Nazi salute, even though everyone on the right is blaming Musk’s autism,
Elon Musk’s prominence during inauguration ceremonies stamps tech titan’s place in Trump’s orbit
The blossoming relationship between President Donald Trump and tech titan Elon Musk was on full display throughout Monday's ...
Elon Musk at inauguration 2025: See photos of the tech mogul as Donald Trump sworn in
Tech mogul and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX Elon Musk was seen cheering on Donald Trump as the latter was sworn in as president on ...
Church ousts priest who copied Musk’s inauguration salute at pro-life event
The Anglican Catholic Church said Calvin Robinson was previously warned against ‘online trolling.’ Robinson called the ...
Ivanka Trump Chats to Elon Musk: Trump Inauguration Dinner Photos
Ivanka Trump and Elon Musk were among those attending a star-studded candlelight pre-inauguration dinner for Donald Trump.
Mr. Musk Goes to Washington: Elon Musk's ubiquitous presence at Trump's inauguration
Musk heads Trump's Department of Governmental Efficiency, an advisory commission chartered to recommend federal spending cuts and regulations for elimination. The body, co-chaired by businessman and ...
After Some People Claimed Elon Musk's Disturbing Salute Was Because Of Autism, Others With Autism Have Weighed In
"Being autistic does not give people a free pass to insult others and make them feel ashamed of who they are." ...
Elon Musk's mother urges him to sue CNN, other news outlets for peddling 'Nazi salute' narrative
The mother of tech billionaire Elon Musk is urging him to sue news organizations including CNN, PBS News and The Guardian for ...