Elon Musk

2025 - 1 - 21

Elon Musk's Gesture Leaves the World Shook โ€“ By a Hand!

ADL - China - Donald Trump - Elon Musk - Nazi salute - tech controversies - TikTok

Elon Musk's recent salute at Donald Trump's rally has everyone talking โ€“ and speculating! ๐Ÿค” Discover what went down and why it sparked international drama!

In a jaw-dropping moment at a recent rally celebrating Donald Trump's inauguration, tech billionaire Elon Musk raised his right arm in a gesture that quickly sent social media into a frenzy. The raised arm, likened by some to a Nazi salute, has ignited a whirlwind of controversy, leading the watching world to speculate whether Musk was making a political statement, a gesture of nonchalance, or simply lost in the moment. Critics across Europe, particularly in Germany, expressed outrage over the salutation, vehemently condemning it for its Nazi connotations and calling for more responsibility from influential figures.

In the eye of the storm, Musk responded to the backlash with characteristic bravado, stating that his critics "need better dirty tricks". This statement was both defiant and a tad humorous, considering the serious historical implications that accompanied his gesture. Meanwhile, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) stirred the pot further by defending Musk's gesture, stating their position on the matter despite previous strikes against him. This unexpected twist left many more befuddled than informed, as people pondered how a seemingly harmless gesture could spiral into major international conversations on racism and national pride.

Adding to the intrigue, President Trump hinted at the possibility of Musk acquiring the Chinese-owned social media app TikTok as part of a joint venture with the US government. This news combined with Muskโ€™s rally theatrics created a lively, albeit contentious atmosphere online, where tweets flared up faster than you could say โ€œviral.โ€ The convergence of Muskโ€™s hand signal controversy and Trump's tech ambitions only fueled speculation about the future of both figures in the tech world. Just when you thought it couldn't get any crazier, Musk also voiced dissatisfaction with China's ban on the platform X, criticizing the "unbalanced" relationship between the U.S. and China. Irony seems to be Muskโ€™s friend, as he wades through a sea of conflicting sentiments.

Fun fact: Did you know that social media often acts as a double-edged sword for public figures? In an age where a single gesture can send shockwaves around the globe, caution and humor must go hand-in-hand! For more laughs and gasps, consider this: Elon Musk's unconventional methods of communication often mirror the extreme polarization seen in contemporary politics, illustrating just how much can hinge on perception in a world eager for clicks!

Post cover
Image courtesy of "BBC News"

Elon Musk responds to backlash over gesture at Donald Trump rally (BBC News)

The billionaire says his critics "need better dirty tricks" after a gesture likened to a Nazi salute.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Guardian"

'The gesture speaks for itself': Germans respond to Musk's apparent ... (The Guardian)

There were angry reactions across Europe to Elon Musk's apparent use of a salute banned for its Nazi links in Germany, where some condemned it as malicious ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Aljazeera.com"

ADL faces backlash for defending Elon Musk's raised-arm gesture (Aljazeera.com)

After previously feuding with Musk, pro-Israel group rushes to defend gesture, which critics compared with Nazi salute.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "ABC News"

Elon Musk is accused of making a Nazi salute. Here's what has ... (ABC News)

Elon Musk has ignited controversy after performing two back-to-back gestures at United States President Donald Trump's inauguration, leading to him being ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Straits Times"

Trump says he's open to Elon Musk or Larry Ellison purchasing TikTok (The Straits Times)

It will be part of a joint venture with the US government. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Straits Times"

Elon Musk ignites online speculation over the meaning of a hand ... (The Straits Times)

WASHINGTON - Mr Elon Musk ignited speculation and chatter online when he made a hand gesture twice during a speech celebrating US President Donald Trump on ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "NDTV"

Is Donald Trump Open To Elon Musk Buying TikTok? US President ... (NDTV)

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would be open to tech billionaire Elon Musk -- the owner of social media platform X -- buying Chinese-owned app ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Financial Times"

Elon Musk complains about China ban on X as Donald Trump ... (Financial Times)

Tesla chief criticises 'unbalanced' tech relationship in rare criticism of Beijing.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Forbes"

Elon Musk's Salute Sparks Criticism From Foreign Leaders And ... (Forbes)

In a speech at President Donald Trump's inaugural rally, Musk raised his right arm in the air twice in a row in a gesture some compared to a Nazi salute.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Guardian"

Elon Musk appears to give fascist-style salute after Trump ... (The Guardian)

Tech billionaire Elon Musk appeared to give a fascist-style salute during the celebration of Donald Trump's presidential inauguration. The major Trump donor ...

Explore the last week