The party, second in the polls ahead of the February elections, closes ranks with its candidate following Musk’s support. It is seeking to square the circle: normalization without deradicalization

While speaking to the gathering alongside AfD’s party co-leader, Alice Weidel, Musk spoke about the need to preserve the German culture and protect the rights of the German people

The Tesla and SpaceX CEO showed up on video Saturday at an event to support German chancellor candidate Alice Weidel.

The billionaire was received by cheers while addressing a rally for Alternative for Germany where he told attendees they shouldn’t be ashamed of their history.

Addressing a hall of 4,500 people, Musk spoke live via video link about preserving German culture and protecting the German people.

Alice Weidel, co-chair of the Alternative for Germany party, is calling to ?Make Europe Great Again? Alice Weidel, a co-leader of the righ

The entrepreneur has reaffirmed his support for the right-wing Alternative for Germany party ahead of the February vote The SpaceX and Tes

Elon Musk, despite facing backlash, once again endorsed Germany's far-right AfD party, calling it the nation's “best hope”. His support sparked controversy, coinciding with mass anti-AfD protests across German cities.

Musk's surprising virtual appearance at an AfD rally encourages Germans to let go of past guilt and protect their identity.

Tesla and SpaceX CEO rallies party’s far-right supporters at end of week where he has been embroiled in controversy

Last week, the US billionaire caused uproar after he made a gesture that drew online comparisons to a Nazi salute during President Donald Trump’s inauguration festivities.

Musk addressed approximately 4,500 AfD supporters gathered in Halle, eastern Germany, on Saturday, speaking alongside AfD leader and chancellor candidate Alice Weidel. In his remarks, Musk called the AfD “Germany’s best hope” in the upcoming general election on February 23.