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What’s the Roman salute? Here’s the history of Musk’s controversial hand gesture
The straight-arm gesture was first popularized by the Italian fascist leader Benito Mussolini. There’s no evidence of a ‘Roman salute’ in antiquity.
Elon Musk and the Roman salute: What it is and why it doesn't matter what you call it
At Donald Trump's post-inauguration rally on Monday, presidential adviser, DOGE head and world’s richest human Elon Musk twice made a gesture that many identify with a "seig heil," the infamous Nazi salute.
The history of the Hitler salute, from its dubious Roman origins to its use by the far right
Is there a difference between the Hitler salute and the Roman salute? Danny Bird explores the story of an instantly recognisable and widely reviled gesture
What Is a Roman Salute? Addressing Elon Musk’s Inauguration Speech Controversy
Monday’s inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States was a historic yet controversial ceremony for the country. Aside from it coinciding with Martin Luther King Day, many Americans tuned into the live broadcast of the ceremony to get insight on the new administration’s plans for the country,
Elon Musk Comments on Controversial Clip of Him Giving a Straight-Arm Salute
Musk then slapped his chest with his right hand, before flinging it diagonally upwards, palm face down. He turned around to audience members behind the podium, and repeated the gesture. “My heart goes out to you,
Elon Musk’s gesture has drawn comparisons to Roman salutes by right-wing fans. But, what exactly is one?
Elon Musk has been slammed online after his gesture at Trump’s inauguration was compared to a “Nazi salute.” However, some of his biggest fans rushed to his defense calling it a Roman salute and trying to downplay the connection to World War II Germany.
Elon Musk’s Inaugural Roman Salute Sparks Outrage, Far-Right Praise
The CEO of Tesla and SpaceX ignited controversy when he made an apparent Nazi salute during President Trump's second inauguration.
"It was a Nazi salute": Historian dismisses claim that Musk's raised arm was mere "awkward gesture"
While speaking to a crowd of MAGA faithful on Monday, Elon Musk made a grunting noise, placed a hand on his heart and extended it outwards in a quick, snapping motion, palm facing down. He then repeated the motion for the people behind him.
Did Elon Musk give a ‘Nazi’ salute and does it play into the hands of neo-fascist groups?
Historians disagree over the significance of Musk’s gesture, which is reminiscent of the greeting used by 20th century fascists and their modern-day supporters. View on euronews
Elon Musk at Trump inauguration rally: Awkward stiff arm gesture or Nazi salute?
Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. "This was no ordinary victory, this was a fork in the road," said Musk. "Elections come and go, some are important and some are not, but this one really mattered.
What Elon Musk’s Salute Was All About
A gesture associated with the Nazis has a surprising history. But in Germany, there was little doubt about its meaning.
Elon Musk's daughter issues fiery response to dad's 'Nazi salute' accusations
Vivian Wilson, 21, broke her silence on her estranged father Elon Musk’s salute at Trump’s inauguration rally - telling her ...
Right-Wing Extremists Are Abuzz Over Musk’s Straight-Arm Salute
Right-wing extremists are abuzz over Elon Musk giving an awkward straight-armed salute during an inauguration rally for ...
Netanyahu says Elon Musk is not a Nazi and blasts ‘false smears’ against ‘great friend of Israel’ after ‘salute’ storm
ISRAELI Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has come out in defence of tech tycoon Elon Musk after he made a gesture that ...
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Laura Ingraham Defends Elon Musk’s Hand Gesture as One of His ‘Wild Gesticulations’ After Critics Called It a ‘Nazi Salute’
Laura Ingraham defended Elon Musk after the billionaire made a hand gesture that resembled a Roman salute used by the Nazis.