Tesla CEO Elon Musk drew controversy for a gesture he made while giving a speech about President Donald Trump‘s inauguration. After Trump’s swearing-in, Musk spoke to supporters at Capital One Arena.

X and Tesla owner was widely criticised by viewers and journalists after his repeated gesture at the Capital One arena

At noon today, Donald Trump took the presidential oath for a second time, capping a historic political comeback to the White House. As he did on the campaign trail, Trump painted a dark picture of America and took aim at President Joe Biden's leadership as his predecessor sat just steps away.

Elon Musk’s salute during his speech at the Capital One Arena sparked widespread debate, with critics likening it to the infamous Nazi salute

Elon Musk gave what appeared to be Nazi salutes at a rally held at Capitol One Arena on Monday after the inauguration of Donald Trump in Washington, D.C. And whatever Musk’s intention with the salutes, Americans on social media are extremely uncomfortable as they debate what it could mean for the future of the country.

Elon Musk pumped his fists as he spoke at the Inauguration Day viewing party at Capital One arena. He celebrated Trump’s victory, calling it “really important” and highlighting the new president’s promise to plant the U.

About 20,000 Trump supporters have gathered at Capital One Arena in Washington Monday afternoon, where Trump and Vice President JD Vance are expected to address the crowd later in the day. Trump is also expected to sign several executive actions at the area during his on-stage appearance.

While thanking a crowd following President Trump's inauguration, Musk put his hand to his heart and raised it up at an angle that had many googling "nazi salute."

The stage is set inside Capital One Arena for Trump’s inauguration eve rally. Musical acts completed sound checks and tested their equipment as audience members started trickling into the concert and sporting arena.

At noon today, Donald Trump took the presidential oath for a second time, capping a historic political comeback to the White House. As he did on the campaign trail, Trump painted a dark picture of America and took aim at President Joe Biden's leadership as his predecessor sat just steps away.

President-Elect Donald Trump greets the Village People on stage at his victory rally at the Capital One Arena on Sunday in Washington ... as well as actor Jon Voight and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, whom Trump has said will lead the Department of Government ...