Elon Musk calls Nazi salute allegations, debate ‘legacy media propaganda’
Elon Musk made a gesture during a speech at an inauguration rally in January 2025 that critics likened to a Nazi salute, while the Anti-Defamation League called it an awkward gesture. Musk dismissed the criticism as "legacy media propaganda."
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2 developments- Jan 20, 2025Elon Musk Performs Alleged Hitler Salute At Trump Rally, Neo-Nazis Are Thrilled
- Jan 22, 2025Only right-leaning coverage:MSNBC’s Joyless Reid Joins Elon Musk Nazi Salute Hoax
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Quiet for 615 daysLast development · Jan 22, 2025 — MSNBC’s Joyless Reid Joins Elon Musk Nazi Salute Hoax
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4 viewpointsMusk's controversial 'salute' sparks outrage and renewed scrutiny of far-right content
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4 viewpointsInternet users interpret Elon Musk salute at inauguration party as Nazi gesture
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11 viewpointsElon Musk under fire for alleged ‘Nazi salute’ during Trump’s inauguration
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10 articlesThe defence of Elon Musk’s salute is a symptom of a much deeper problem
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