Elon Musk’s latest controversy involves a hand gesture he made at Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration, which Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has labeled a Nazi salute. The accusation, made during an MSNBC interview, has sparked a fiery response from Musk, who has threatened to sue Walz for defamation.
“We spent three days debating whether Musk gave a Nazi salute. Of course, he did,” Walz said, igniting a wave of reactions online. Musk, never one to shy away from a fight, took to X (formerly Twitter) to announce his plans to take legal action. “I think I will. Tim Walz is creepy,” he tweeted, setting the stage for a potential courtroom showdown.
The gesture itself has been the subject of much debate. While some experts, like historian Claire Aubin, believe it was intentional, others, including the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), argue it was likely an innocent, if awkward, movement.
This feud highlights the growing polarization in today’s society, where even the smallest actions can become fodder for controversy. Musk, already a divisive figure, has once again found himself at the center of a media storm. Walz, meanwhile, has been accused of using the incident to regain political relevance after a tough year.
As the possibility of a lawsuit looms, the world is watching to see how this drama plays out. Whether it’s a genuine legal battle or just another chapter in Musk’s unpredictable life, one thing is certain: this story is far from over.
