Musk Salute Declared ‘Not a Nazi Salute’ After ADL Consults Musk’s Wallet for Clarification

NEW YORK — After intense public uproar over Elon Musk’s infamous salute at the 2025 Trump inauguration, the Anti-Defamation League surprised many by officially declaring the gesture “not a Nazi salute”—following what insiders describe as a “very thorough consultation” with Musk’s wallet.

“Once we reviewed the situation alongside Mr. Musk’s financial portfolio, it became clear this was an enthusiastic gesture, not a fascist one,” said ADL spokesperson Janice Goldblatt. “We encourage everyone to take a deep breath and maybe consider buying a Tesla to celebrate this newfound clarity.”

The ADL’s announcement sparked both relief and incredulity, with critics accusing the group of letting “a fat checkbook rewrite history.” Supporters called it a “masterclass in conflict resolution through capitalism.”

Musk himself posted a tweet shortly after: “When you’re trying to salute humanity’s future and accidentally channel a 1930s hate group, that’s just passion, people.”

Meanwhile, historians are reportedly drafting new protocols for interpreting controversial salutes based on net worth, Twitter followers, and number of rocket launches.