During Trump's presidential parade, Musk made a gesture reminiscent of a Nazi salute.

“We will have safe cities — finally — secure borders, sensible spending. <…> And we will send DOGE to Mars!” he said during his speech, noting that “this feels like victory.”

Elon Musk also stated that American astronauts will soon be able to plant a flag on another planet.

In conclusion to his address, the billionaire emphasized his commitment to working tirelessly for the country's well-being. He placed his right hand over his heart and then raised it in a gesture that observers and social media users interpreted as a so-called Nazi salute. Musk's supporters argue that it was merely an emotional gesture.

During his inauguration speech, Trump mentioned, among other things, sending American astronauts to Mars to plant the American flag there. The president also promised to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the American Gulf and to regain control of the Panama Canal for the United States.