Elon Musk Criticizes Robert De Niro’s Trump-Hitler Comparison

Robert De Niro’s recent remarks on “11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle” on MSNBC, where he likened Trump to historical figures Hitler and Mussolini, and suggested that Trump’s reelection would lead to anarchy, have drawn criticism from Elon Musk.

In response to De Niro’s comparison, Musk took to his social media platform X to express his disagreement, arguing that Trump’s presidency cannot be equated to the totalitarian regimes of Hitler or Mussolini. “It doesn’t make sense,” he stated, emphasizing that Trump’s policies over four years were fundamentally different from those of Hitler. Musk also highlighted Trump’s involvement in the Abraham Accords, pointing out actions that diverged significantly from what Hitler would have endorsed.

De Niro, known for his vocal opposition to Trump, has not shied away from expressing his concerns about the potential repercussions of Trump’s presidency. He expressed his perplexity over why some voters may consider supporting Trump again, indicating his doubts about their understanding of the gravity of the situation. He emphasized the need to recognize the potential consequences should Trump assume the presidency for another term.

Musk’s critique of De Niro’s comparison underscores the ongoing debate surrounding Trump’s presidency and the implications of historical analogies in contemporary political discourse.