


Elon Musk's Continued Support for AfD Sparks Controversy Ahead of German Elections
Musk endorses AfD, urging Germans to take pride in their heritage, as protests against far-right movements escalate.
Subscribe to unlock this story
We really don't like cutting you off, but you've reached your monthly limit. At just $5/month, subscriptions are how we keep this project going. Start your free 7-day trial today!
Get StartedHave an account? Sign in
Overview
Elon Musk spoke virtually at an AfD rally in Halle, Germany, marking his second endorsement of the far-right party in two weeks. Addressing 4,500 supporters, Musk promoted pride in German culture and urged voters to move beyond historical guilt associated with the Nazi era. His remarks, including a controversial allusion to past sins, echo a pattern of Musk's increasing support for far-right politics in Europe. Concurrently, major anti-far-right protests attracted tens of thousands in Berlin and Cologne, emphasizing societal divisions ahead of the February 23 national elections, where the AfD polls around 20%.
Report issue

Read both sides in 5 minutes each day
Analysis
Analysis unavailable for this viewpoint.
Articles (11)
Center (4)
History
- 8M5 articles