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When Musk Saluted, Germany Wept! The Billionaire Bares His Salute!

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Elon Musk finds himself in hot water after a controversial arm gesture likened to a Nazi salute! Meanwhile, Trump hesitates on TikTok's fate. Read on!

Elon Musk, the billionaire tech mogul and CEO of Tesla, has found himself at the center of a controversial storm following a gesture that many have likened to a Nazi salute during former President Donald Trumpโ€™s inauguration. As Musk raised his right arm twice in celebration, reactions exploded across social media and news platforms. Critics have denounced the gesture as a fascistic salute, leading to a significant backlash not just from American users but especially from Europe, where the historical implications resonate deeply. Musk, never one to back down, swiftly responded to the backlash by claiming his critics "need better dirty tricks"โ€”a clear indication that heโ€™s taking this criticism in his stride.

Meanwhile, fusion of the tech world and political drama doesn't stop here! At a recent briefing, Trump himself suggested that he is open to the ludicrous idea of Musk buying TikTok, the wildly popular social media app that has made waves globally. This proposal has left many scratching their heads while others secretly hope for viral dance challenges directed by Musk himself. Let's face it; can you imagine Elon making TikTok videos? It's the kind of content the internet has been waiting for!

As the dust settles on Musk's gestural gaffe, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) surprisingly came to his defense, marking a bizarre twist in their previously rocky relationship with the billionaire. Critics of the ADL have also been vocal, questioning the organization's motives and stance. The mingling of social media efforts, historical references, and corporate interests have marked this incident as one of the most captivating narratives of our time, especially against the backdrop of an increasingly polarized world.

What's next? Will we see a Twitter feud erupt between Musk and prominent political figures in Europe? Or perhaps a TikTok challenge made in jest? The future is uncertain. But one thing is clear: in the age of social media and digital outrage, no gesture goes unnoticed.

Interestingly, Musk's provocative actions often spurn discussions that lead to broader societal conversation. For instance, he managed to unite tech enthusiasts and political analysts in the discourse surrounding social responsibility and historical consciousness. On a lighter note, consider this: if Musk does end up acquiring TikTok, we might be in for some unprecedented, if not entirely bizarre, social media content that could redefine our feed.

In related news, Germanyโ€™s response to this incident highlights the sensitive nature of historical gestures. A simple arm lift has become a symbol of understanding how gestures can both inspire and offend. It's a lesson in the influential power of body language that transcends borders and cultures.

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Elon Musk responds to backlash over gesture at Donald Trump rally (BBC News)

The billionaire says his critics "need better dirty tricks" after a gesture likened to a Nazi salute.

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'The gesture speaks for itself': Germans respond to Musk's apparent ... (The Guardian)

There were angry reactions across Europe to Elon Musk's apparent use of a salute banned for its Nazi links in Germany, where some condemned it as malicious ...

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ADL faces backlash for defending Elon Musk's raised-arm gesture (Aljazeera.com)

After previously feuding with Musk, pro-Israel group rushes to defend gesture, which critics compared with Nazi salute.

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Trump says he's open to TikTok sale to Elon Musk or Larry Ellison (CNBC)

At a press briefing on Tuesday, President Trump suggested that he's open to the idea of Tesla CEO Elon Musk or Oracle Chairman Larry Ellison buying TikTok.

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Is Donald Trump Open To Elon Musk Buying TikTok? US President ... (NDTV)

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would be open to tech billionaire Elon Musk -- the owner of social media platform X -- buying Chinese-owned app ...

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Elon Musk appears to give fascist-style salute after Trump ... (The Guardian)

Tech billionaire Elon Musk appeared to give a fascist-style salute during the celebration of Donald Trump's presidential inauguration. The major Trump donor ...

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Elon Musk is accused of making a Nazi salute. Here's what has ... (ABC News)

Elon Musk has ignited controversy after performing two back-to-back gestures at United States President Donald Trump's inauguration, leading to him being ...

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Elon Musk's Salute Sparks Criticism From Foreign Leaders And ... (Forbes)

In a speech at President Donald Trump's inaugural rally, Musk raised his right arm in the air twice in a row in a gesture some compared to a Nazi salute.

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Trump says would be open to Elon Musk buying TikTok (Al Arabiya English)

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would be open to tech billionaire Elon Musk -- the owner of social media platform X -- buying Chinese-owned app.

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Elon Musk facing pushback for post-inauguration arm gesture, with ... (ABC7 Los Angeles)

Elon Musk, who made the arm gesture twice, is facing heavy criticism after many online compared it to a Nazi salute.

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