Elon Musk’s Feud With Germany’s Chancellor Heats Up—Who’s Winning This Transatlantic Tiff?

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By Maria Angelino | Monday, 06 January 2025 05:15 AM
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In a recent turn of events, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has publicly labeled Elon Musk, the influential tech tycoon, as a "troll," expressing his disinterest in fostering amicable ties with him.

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According to Gateway Pundit, Scholz, in a conversation with Germany's Stern magazine, made it clear that he would not "feed the troll" by reacting to Musk's criticisms of him and his administration. Scholz stated, "There are a lot of people on social media who want to attract attention with snappy slogans," indicating his lack of interest in engaging with Musk's provocative commentary.

The Chancellor further asserted, "I don’t believe in courting Mr. Musk’s favor. I’m happy to leave that to others." He also pointed out that as Social Democrats, they are accustomed to wealthy media entrepreneurs who openly express their disapproval of Social Democratic politics.

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Musk, known for his ownership of the X platform and his role as the head of the Department of Government Efficiency, has emerged as a powerful ally of the Trump administration. He has been an outspoken critic of the German government and has openly endorsed the conservative Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. Musk views the AfD as the only political entity capable of protecting Germany from the perils of mass immigration.

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However, Scholz has expressed concerns over Musk's support for a party that he believes harbors right-wing extremist views, advocates for closer ties with Putin's Russia, and seeks to undermine transatlantic relations.

Musk, in a recent op-ed for Germany’s Welt am Sonntag newspaper, refuted this portrayal as "clearly false, considering that Alice Weidel, the party’s leader, has a same-sex partner from Sri Lanka." He argued that if Germany wishes to restore its industrial prowess, it requires a party that not only advocates for growth but also implements policies that foster a business-friendly environment devoid of excessive government intervention.

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With federal elections looming next month, Musk's comments come at a time when the AfD is aiming to secure significant gains nationwide. He stated, "The traditional parties have failed in Germany. Their policies have led to economic stagnation, social unrest and an erosion of national identity." Musk believes that the AfD, despite being labeled as far-right, embodies a political realism that resonates with many Germans who feel their concerns are overlooked by the establishment.

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