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9. Actually, one could make an argument that Musk making a Nazi salute

Sat Apr 5, 2025, 12:42 PM

Apr 5

could be considered a "hate crime" as it's a message to Jews, LGBTQ folks.

He wasn't exactly blowing kisses.

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It's Now a Hate Crime to Vandalize Teslas in DC [View all] riversedge Apr 5 OP

Only if it could be proven it was used to threaten Jews. no_hypocrisy Apr 5 #7

Not too sure about that MichMan Apr 5 #8

Actually, one could make an argument that Musk making a Nazi salute no_hypocrisy Apr 5 #9

Any of 50 states AG are certainly free to file charges against him MichMan Apr 5 #10

Misuse of public office for private gain - 5 CFR § 2635.702 sop Apr 5 #4

This is corruption of the hate crimes law. Martin68 Apr 5 #11

Is it a "hate crime" if we all hate Elon Musk? FakeNoose Apr 5 #12

So cars now have the same rights as people under the law??? Evolve Dammit Apr 5 #14