Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez announced she will not attend Donald Trump’s inauguration, citing his sexual abuse conviction in the E. Jean Carroll case. Ocasio-Cortez publicly stated her refusal to celebrate a rapist, referencing the judge’s finding that Trump sexually abused Carroll. Her statement prompted a response from Elon Musk, who called her “unhinged,” and further commentary from Ocasio-Cortez on social media platforms. She also expressed concerns about the potential use of TikTok as a propaganda tool by the Trump administration and warned about the looming threat of authoritarianism.
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During Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration celebrations, Elon Musk performed a gesture resembling a Nazi salute, sparking widespread controversy. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) acknowledged the gesture’s resemblance to the Nazi salute but suggested it might have been unintentional. However, critics, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, strongly condemned Musk’s actions and the ADL’s response. The incident follows other instances of Musk’s engagement with far-right figures, further fueling concerns about his political affiliations.
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Le Monde has ceased sharing its content on X (formerly Twitter) due to Elon Musk’s increasingly partisan use of the platform, which has rendered Le Monde’s presence less effective and more vulnerable to negative consequences. This decision follows the platform’s transformation into an extension of Musk’s political actions, blurring the lines between commerce and ideology. The resulting rise in toxicity and reduced visibility prompted Le Monde to prioritize its content elsewhere, recommending similar action to its journalists. Concerns about other platforms, particularly TikTok and Meta, are also prompting increased vigilance.
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During a speech at President Trump’s inauguration, Elon Musk performed a Roman salute, a gesture associated with fascism and Nazism, twice. This action was immediately celebrated by neo-Nazis across various online platforms, who interpreted the salute as a sign of support. Several prominent far-right figures and groups echoed this interpretation, expressing their enthusiasm. Musk’s embrace of far-right figures and ideologies in recent years adds context to this controversial event.
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Elon Musk’s speech at Donald Trump’s inauguration has been edited to remove a gesture that resembled a Nazi salute. The altered video, posted on X, omits the hand motion that occurred twice during his remarks praising Trump’s Mars colonization plans. The unedited footage, widely circulated online and shown on major news networks, sparked considerable controversy and speculation regarding Musk’s intentions. Musk himself has not commented on the alteration.
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During the Trump inauguration parade, Elon Musk performed a Nazi salute three times on live television, then repeated the gesture before 20,000 supporters at a subsequent rally. This action followed Trump’s mention of Mars in his inaugural address, a topic of apparent excitement for Musk given his space exploration ambitions. The incident sparked outrage on social media, coinciding with reports of an impending lawsuit against a Trump government advisory panel headed by Musk.
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Following Elon Musk’s enthusiastic speech at President Trump’s inauguration, his celebratory arm gesture sparked intense debate online. Critics interpreted the motion as a Nazi salute, while others suggested it was a Roman salute or simply an exuberant expression. The incident drew comparisons to a similar gesture made by Laura Ingraham in 2016, reigniting the controversy surrounding such ambiguous hand movements. Musk and his representatives have yet to comment, leaving the interpretation open to ongoing discussion.
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Three lawsuits were filed on January 20th, challenging President Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, alleging violations of the Federal Advisory Committee Act due to a lack of open meetings. The plaintiffs, including the American Federation of Government Employees and the American Federation of Teachers, seek to halt DOGE’s operations and prevent further actions regarding federal worker hiring and spending cuts. The lawsuits name Trump, the Office of Management and Budget, and DOGE itself as defendants. These legal challenges target DOGE’s advisory role to the President and its potential impact on federal employees.
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At a recent rally, President-elect Trump credited Elon Musk’s purported expertise in Pennsylvania’s voting systems for his landslide victory in the state. This statement, widely circulated online, prompted accusations from Trump critics of election rigging and spurred speculation about potential voter fraud. The claims have drawn sharp rebukes from Democrats, including a sitting congresswoman, who allege a confession to criminal activity. Newsweek has reached out to both the Trump transition team and Elon Musk for comment.
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