Summary

Trump supporters are calling to defund PBS after it reported that Elon Musk’s post-inauguration gesture resembled a Nazi salute.

PBS described it as “similar to the ‘Sieg Heil’ used by Nazis,” sparking conservative backlash, with figures like Tomi Lahren and Rep. Andy Biggs accusing PBS of propaganda.

Musk denied the claim and criticized “legacy media” and Wikipedia for bias.

Calls to defund PBS align with longstanding conservative goals and plans like Project 2025, which includes eliminating public media funding under a new Trump administration.

  • somtwo@lemmy.world
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    18 hours ago

    Has musk said as much? Or is this just mental gymnastics making excuses for the guy?

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      3 hours ago

      Musk hasn’t tried to clarify anything, because he shouldn’t have to.

      All those that honestly, sincerely believe that Musk was “sig hailing” are either full of shit, stupid, or lying.

      These responses: It’s a little sad, a funny, but fully expected. Most yall done gone full retard.