Elon Musk and JD Vance Spark Controversy with Support for Germany’s Far-Right AfD

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Vice President-elect JD Vance stirred debate on Thursday by sharing an op-ed penned by Elon Musk, in which the tech billionaire voiced support for Germany’s far-right political party, Alternative for Germany (AfD). Vance posted the piece on the platform X, calling it an “interesting piece” while clarifying he was not endorsing AfD, as he viewed Germany's elections as a matter for its own citizens.  

 

In his post, Vance explained, “We hope to have good relations with all Germans.” However, he criticized the portrayal of AfD in U.S. media, asserting that “American media slanders AfD as Nazi-lite, but AfD is most popular in the same areas of Germany that were most resistant to the Nazis.”  

 

Musk’s guest editorial, featured in the German newspaper *Welt am Sonntag*, raised eyebrows both in Germany and abroad. The Tesla CEO, a close ally of President-elect Donald Trump, argued that Germany faces an impending “economic and cultural collapse.” In his view, the far-right AfD is the only political force capable of reversing the nation’s trajectory. “Only the AfD can save Germany,” Musk proclaimed in a separate post on X.  

 

The op-ed sparked immediate backlash. The commentary editor of *Welt am Sonntag* resigned in protest, and the German government accused Musk of attempting to influence its February elections. German government spokesperson Christiane Hoffmann remarked during a media briefing, “Freedom of expression also includes the greatest nonsense,” underscoring the controversial nature of Musk’s intervention.  

 

Germany’s ambassador to the U.S., Andreas Michaelis, responded to Vance’s remarks on Bluesky, noting the complexities of German history. “Historical context can be tricky,” Michaelis wrote. “While some areas you are referring to resisted the Nazi party early on, others did not, or later became strongholds of the regime. Germany’s history reminds us how important it is to challenge extremism in all its forms.”  

 

Musk’s increasing involvement in global politics has drawn scrutiny. He defended his foray into Germany’s political landscape, asserting that his substantial investments in the country’s technological and industrial sectors grant him a stake in its future. His criticisms have not stopped at Germany; Musk recently targeted British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Labour Party-led government.  

 

The February 23 election in Germany has significant implications for the country’s future. While the AfD remains the second most popular party, its far-right policies, including calls for mass deportations and a strong anti-immigration stance, have made it an isolated force in German politics. All major parties have categorically ruled out forming a coalition with the AfD.  

 

Amid the growing political tensions, Musk has also called for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to resign, adding further fuel to the fire. Whether these statements will influence Germany’s electorate remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Musk’s political interventions are becoming a defining feature of his global presence.  

 

As debates rage on, both Musk and Vance find themselves at the center of a broader conversation about the role of influential figures in international politics and the dangers of extremism in an increasingly polarized world.

 

Based on a report by The Hill 2024-01-04

 

 

[Jingthing]

Fascists of a feather flock together.

Disgusting that these two bozos represent the richest person in the world acting as co-president, and the completely inexperienced VP, a Big Mac beat from being the most powerful person in the world. 

[frank83628]

Polarisation is caused by the media who demonise . anyone not on the establishment side.

In particular the US MSM, but the rest just copy n paste their stories.

And the poster above is a classic example of that polarisation in action!!

[Centigrade32]

4 minutes ago, frank83628 said:

Polarisation is caused by the media who demonise . anyone not on the establishment side.

In particular the US MSM, but the rest just copy n paste their stories.

And the poster above is a classic example of that polarisation in action!!

 

No. The cause is inside your head.

[blaze master]

10 minutes ago, Centigrade32 said:

 

No. The cause is inside your head.

 

Wow what a non predictable reply. 

 

Vote Biden 2024.

[Centigrade32]

Just now, blaze master said:

 

Wow what a non predictable reply. 

 

Vote Biden 2024.

 

Weird. Do you imagine that everyone on the board is from the USA? What's wrong with you? Drunk at this time of the morning?

[blaze master]

Just now, Centigrade32 said:

 

Weird. Do you imagine that everyone on the board is from the USA? What's wrong with you? Drunk at this time of the morning?

 

Do you imagine your initial reply wasn't weird ? 

[Centigrade32]

1 minute ago, blaze master said:

 

Do you imagine your initial reply wasn't weird ? 

 

It isn't. Where do you think the polarisation takes place then, genius?

[mdr224]

Just now, Centigrade32 said:

 

Weird. Do you imagine that everyone on the board is from the USA? What's wrong with you? Drunk at this time of the morning?

Would be good if everyone were from USA. Too many dumb european opinions on american politics here, wasting space on what could be meaningful discussion

[Centigrade32]

Just now, mdr224 said:

Would be good if everyone were from USA. Too many dumb european opinions on american politics here, wasting space on what could be meaningful discussion

 

The topic concerns Germany, so perhaps you are the dumb one.

[frank83628]

14 minutes ago, Centigrade32 said:

 

No. The cause is inside your head.

 There are thousands of polarising news headlines out there to prove it, just us Google and see for yourself.  

[mdr224]

2 minutes ago, Centigrade32 said:

 

The topic concerns Germany, so perhaps you are the dumb one.

Its a trump thread for all the european trump haters to show themselves

[Rampant Rabbit]

7 hours ago, Jingthing said:

Fascists of a feather flock together.

Disgusting that these two bozos represent the richest person in the world acting as co-president, and the completely inexperienced VP, a Big Mac beat from being the most powerful person in the world. 

loke a moth to the flame

[Centigrade32]

5 minutes ago, frank83628 said:

 There are thousands of polarising news headlines out there to prove it, just us Google and see for yourself.  

 

I don't take any notice of them. Do you?

[Centigrade32]

3 minutes ago, mdr224 said:

Its a trump thread for all the european trump haters to show themselves

 

Or the Far Right to show themselves...

[blaze master]

16 minutes ago, Centigrade32 said:

 

It isn't. Where do you think the polarisation takes place then, genius?

 

Ask the thread about your comment you'll find out real quick if it was or wasn't. 

 

The polarisation comes from people like uou. 

[BarBoy]

7 hours ago, Jingthing said:

Fascists of a feather flock together.

Leftists of a feather also flock together...

 

What is your point?

 

The far-right and the far-left are as bad as each other!

[Centigrade32]

5 minutes ago, blaze master said:

 

Ask the thread about your comment you'll find out real quick if it was or wasn't. 

 

The polarisation comes from people like uou. 

 

That backfired pretty quickly didn't it? Positive responses to my post and none to yours.

It's just you looking for an argument....in your head.

What I wrote makes perfect sense and has nothing to do with politics or taking sides. You, in your mind, decided to practice polarisation.

It takes place in our minds. 

Where did the "Vote Biden 2024" come from? Your mind. It didn't occur to me at all. You want to blame MSM for your thinking?

 

[Social Media]

A baiting troll post removed @blaze master along with replies 

 

Please discuss the "topic" nicely or it will be more than posts removed.

 

Elon Musk and JD Vance Spark Controversy with Support for Germany’s Far-Right AfD

[Jingthing]

17 minutes ago, BarBoy said:

Leftists of a feather also flock together...

 

What is your point?

 

The far-right and the far-left are as bad as each other!

Opposing fascism is not far left.

[impulse]

2 minutes ago, Jingthing said:

Opposing fascism is not far left.

 

What about opposing Germany's economic collapse?

 

[Centigrade32]

1 minute ago, blaze master said:

 

You initially attacked the poster who was discussing the topic. You made it personal.

 

Really? The FACT that I stated that polarisation takes place in the mind read as an attack to you?

You are proving my point. You take an innocent and factual statement and extrapolate that I am the reason for polarisation.

Is that is normal balanced thinking? Seems weird to me.

[Woke to Sounds]

In my humble opinion it was the insincerity of Volkswagen that really undid the German economy.

 

What happened to great German companies like    Braun?

 

You find one of those electric shavers from the mid 90s on ebay, grab it.

 

The crap coming outta China now just suxxx.

 

Cheers

[chercheur888]

As Elon is African, he can first solve problems in RSA and then take absolute power and be the ruler of the whole of Africa, this is much easier than meddling in the US or starting to worship Hitler’s heirs in Germany, spend a weekend with Giorgia of Italy, give financial support to Marine and Marion of France and not to forget, get Nigel out of poverty.
As he's mostly interested in money, he should be aware of the huge untapped wealth resources in Africa, only to mention precious metals.

[Jingthing]

5 minutes ago, impulse said:

 

What about opposing Germany's economic collapse?

 

Fascism is never the solution. Did you miss HISTORY class?

[Neeranam]

8 hours ago, Jingthing said:

Fascists of a feather flock together.

Disgusting that these two bozos represent the richest person in the world acting as co-president, and the completely inexperienced VP, a Big Mac beat from being the most powerful person in the world. 

Wouldn't you prefer these two calling the shots than Trump? 

 

I like both of them and know America will be better in the near future. 

[Neeranam]

34 minutes ago, chercheur888 said:

As Elon is African

Sounds strange. He's not African American or is he? 

[Neeranam]

40 minutes ago, chercheur888 said:

As he's mostly interested in money, he should be aware of the huge untapped wealth resources in Africa, only to mention precious metals.

I don't think he is interested in money at all compared with most, he just has a lot of it. 

[Neeranam]

1 hour ago, frank83628 said:

Polarisation is caused by the media who demonise . anyone not on the establishment side.

In particular the US MSM, but the rest just copy n paste their stories.

And the poster above is a classic example of that polarisation in action!!

I agree, it's caused by the sore losers, who are now attacking anyone related to Trump. It's very undemocratic. 

[Centigrade32]

6 minutes ago, Neeranam said:

I agree, it's caused by the sore losers, who are now attacking anyone related to Trump. It's very undemocratic. 

 

You are just baiting and not really making any sense. It's sad, because that IS an underlying cause of polarisation. Us and them, when really they are you.