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 ...
‘Awkward gesture’? ‘Roman salute’? In Germany, its meaning is clear
A gesture associated with the Nazis has a surprising history. But in Germany, there was little doubt about its meaning.
‘Everyone is Hitler…’: Why is Elon Musk’s hand gesture being compared to Nazi salute?
Donald Trump’s ‘First Buddy’ Elon Musk has triggered a controversy with a hand gesture at the inaugural parade in Washington ...
Media outlets accuse Elon Musk of giving 'fascist salute' at Trump inauguration rally
Several news organizations and reporters accused Elon Musk of doing a Nazi salute during the inauguration celebration for President Trump.