While speaking to a crowd of MAGA faithful on Monday, Elon Musk made a grunting noise, placed a hand on his heart and extended it outwards in a quick, snapping motion, palm facing down. He then repeated the motion for the people behind him.

Elon Musks gesture at a Donald Trump rally has sparked outrage, with many accusing him of mimicking the Nazi salute. The controversy follows his close ties with far-right groups and political figures.

The salute became popularized in the 18th and 19th centuries in artworks and theatre performances, showing Romans saluting as a way of greeting each other