Elon Musk is once again at the center of controversy. The billionaire, now leading the Department of Government Efficiency, shared a shocking post on X. In Musk’s shocking comments he was blaming public sector employees for mass killings under Adolf Hitler, Josef Stalin, and Mao Zedong.
Deleted Post Sparks Instant Backlash
On Thursday, Musk reposted a statement that read: “Stalin, Mao, and Hitler didn’t murder millions of people. Their public sector employees did.” The post compared government workers to those who carried out mass atrocities under brutal dictators.
The backlash was swift. Critics accused Musk of trivializing genocide and spreading dangerous rhetoric. The Anti-Defamation League called it deeply disturbing and irresponsible, emphasizing how such rhetoric undermines the seriousness of these historical tragedies.
After facing intense criticism, Musk deleted the repost, but the damage was already done. Screenshots of the post circulated widely, fueling outrage across social media and beyond.
Musk Under Fire Amid Mass Layoffs
Musk’s repost comes at a time when he is overseeing massive federal layoffs. As head of the Department of Government Efficiency, he has been responsible for thousands of job cuts, including positions at the National Weather Service, FEMA, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Many saw his post as an attack on public sector workers, questioning whether it reflected his own views. The timing raised concerns about his leadership and the potential consequences of dismantling key government agencies.
Previous Nazi Controversies Resurface
This isn’t the first time Musk has been accused of downplaying Nazi crimes. Earlier this year, he appeared to give a Nazi salute at an inaugural event for Donald Trump. At the time, the Anti-Defamation League defended him, saying he should be given a bit of grace or the benefit of the doubt.
However, after Musk joked about the salute on X, writing, “Bet you did nazi that coming” alongside a laughing emoji, the organization reversed its stance. The group condemned his remarks, stating that his jokes trivialized the Holocaust and disrespected its victims.
Musk has also promoted antisemitic conspiracy theories in the past. He is currently facing a defamation lawsuit from a Jewish college graduate after falsely claiming the man was a federal agent posing as a neo-Nazi during a 2023 brawl.
Musk’s shocking comments: Growing Calls for Accountability
Critics argue that Musk’s words have real-world consequences, especially given his growing influence in government. His leadership has already led to mass job losses, and now his rhetoric is raising serious concerns about his true motives.
Social media remains divided. Supporters dismiss the outrage as overblown, while opponents see it as yet another example of Musk crossing dangerous lines.
One thing is clear, Musk’s shocking comments aren’t fading anytime soon. With his increasing power in both business and politics, the debate over his influence and accountability is far from over.
