Will Elon Musk file a defamation lawsuit over Nazi salute allegations by June 30, 2025?
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Elon Musk Denies Nazi Salute Allegations Amid Political Outcry at Trump's Inauguration
Jan 21, 2025, 04:35 PM
Elon Musk is facing criticism after making a gesture during an event celebrating President Donald Trump's second inauguration that some perceived as a Nazi salute. Democratic Congressman Jerry Nadler condemned Musk for making "what appears to be a Heil Hitler salute" during the event. European politicians also criticized Musk's gesture, stating it should "concern every democrat." Musk denies the accusations, asserting that he was expressing gratitude and that his gesture was misinterpreted, calling the allegations "dirty tricks" by Democrats. Ambassador Nikki Haley defended Musk, denying that the gesture resembled a Nazi salute. Comedians Jon Stewart, Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert, and Seth Meyers reacted to the inauguration and Musk's gesture.
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