Billionaire Elon Musk, a key supporter of Donald Trump, resigned from his role as a “special government employee” and senior advisor tasked with reducing U.S. federal spending after a public disagreement with Trump over a major spending bill. Known for his influential presence in American politics, Musk’s actions, including a controversial gesture at Trump’s January 20, 2025, inauguration, drew widespread attention.
The ‘Nazi’ salute:
Musk’s gesture at Trump’s inauguration, resembling a Nazi salute, sparked outrage and comparisons, which he dismissed on X as overblown criticism. The incident fueled memes and overshadowed the event.
Endorsing Germany’s extreme-right: Musk virtually supported Germany’s far-right AfD party, praising their values and prompting accusations of foreign interference. The endorsement led to vandalism of Teslas in Berlin, though AfD placed second in the election.
Brings kid to work: Musk frequently appeared at the White House with his son, X, including during a press event where the child’s behavior drew attention while Musk discussed his cost-cutting role.
Brings chainsaw to budget: As an unelected advisor, Musk aggressively cut federal spending and workforce, criticizing bureaucracy. He symbolized his approach by wielding a chainsaw at a conservative event.
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