After Trump’s swearing-in, Musk spoke to supporters at Capital One Arena. In high spirits, Musk took a victory lap over Trump’s win.
“And I just want to say, thank you for making it happen. Thank you,” Musk said, putting his right hand over his heart, then quickly extending his arm. “My heart goes out to you.”
Critics interpreted the move as his version of a Roman salute, a gesture that became popular in the 18th and 19th centuries due to associations with classical Rome but has since been rendered infamous due to its adoption by the Nazis and other fascist parties before and during World War II.
“Our new co-president Elon Musk gives a Nazi salute on day one of Trump presidency,” said Democratic strategist Sawyer Hackett.
“Remember when Democrats called MAGA rallies ‘Nazi rallies?’ President un-elect Elon Musk just did the Nazi Sieg Heil…
