NYC Mayor Mamdani's Inauguration Gesture Sparks "Nazi Salute" Controversy

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Moneycontrol•02-01-2026, 09:37
NYC Mayor Mamdani's Inauguration Gesture Sparks "Nazi Salute" Controversy
- •New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's inauguration included a gesture that sparked controversy on social media.
- •Clips showed Mamdani briefly extending his right arm, leading some Trump supporters to claim it resembled a "Nazi salute."
- •No evidence suggests extremist intent; supporters argue it was a rhetorical gesture for emphasis.
- •The incident drew comparisons to a similar gesture by Elon Musk in 2025, which also faced "Nazi salute" accusations.
- •X's AI assistant, Grok, stated the gesture was a "raised fist for emphasis" and not a traditional Nazi salute.
Why It Matters: Mayor Mamdani's inauguration gesture ignited a social media debate, with "Nazi salute" claims refuted by supporters and AI.
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