Elon Musk, Olaf Scholz and freedom of speech

Olaf Scholz accuses Elon Musk of supporting ‘extreme Right’
Elon Musk has been accused by Olaf Scholz of “supporting extreme Right positions” after he performed a gesture that some likened to a Nazi salute at an inauguration event.
Germany's Scholz responds to Musk, saying freedom of speech must not back extreme-right
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday to reiterate Washington's support for its ally, and the two also discussed Iran and Israeli hostages in Gaza, the State Department said.
Elon Musk and Olaf Scholz Clash Over Free Speech and Far-Right Allegations
A heated exchange has erupted between Elon Musk and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz following Scholz’s remarks condemning the use of free speech to promote far-right views. The dispute comes after Musk made a controversial hand gesture during Donald Trump’s inauguration festivities,
Scholz Says Musk Support For Extreme Right Is Unacceptable
Chancellor Olaf Scholz Tuesday criticised Elon Musk's support for "extreme-right positions" after the tech mogul backed Germany's far-right AfD party and sparked criticism with a gesture some likened to a Nazi salute.
Scholz: Elon Musk is a danger to European democracy
Musk “endangers the democratic development of Europe,” Scholz raged. BERLIN — Tech billionaire Elon Musk’s friendliness with the far right “endangers” democracy in Europe, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said Friday.
Elon Musk Vs. Olaf Scholz: How The Tesla CEO’s Endorsement Of AfD Is Shaking Up Germany’s Snap Elections
Elon Musk's endorsement of Germany's far-right AfD party ahead of the snap elections has sparked controversy, with government officials accusing him of foreign interference.
Elon Musk escalates feud with German Chancellor Scholz, calls him 'oaf Schitz' on X
Elon Musk caused a stir on X by calling German Chancellor Olaf Scholz 'oaf Schitz' after Scholz criticized extreme right positions in Europe.
Scholz cites 'freedom of speech' in Davos when asked about Elon Musk
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz offered only an indirect answer when asked about tech billionaire Elon Musk during an appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Tuesday. Musk, who had previously weighed in on German politics to endorse and promote the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD),
Germany's leader says Musk's support for European far-right is 'completely unacceptable'
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says Elon Musk's support for the far-right in Europe is "completely unacceptable." ...
Elon Musk calls German chancellor 'Oaf Schitz' in post slamming free speech comments
The United States is our closest ally outside Europe. And I will do everything in my power to ensure that it stays that way,' ...
Elon Musk says 'Make Europe Great Again' as he continues his push into European politics
Elon Musk wrote "Make Europe Great Again" in an X post on Saturday. Musk has used X to share support for far-right political ...
EU leaders rattled by Elon Musk backed into corner as billionaire is 'out for payback'
EXCLUSIVE: Tech billionaire Elon Musk has made little secret of his distaste for Europe's leaders - and there's no sign of him toning it down.
Elon Musk’s straight-arm gesture embraced by right-wing extremists regardless of what he meant
Right-wing extremists are celebrating Elon Musk’s straight-arm gesture during a speech Monday, although his intention wasn’t ...