The Roman Salute 🦅
On Monday, in Washington, D.C., Elon Musk sparked intrigue during the Trump inauguration parade by making a Roman salute for the third time on a live television, this time as a simple gesture of gratitude to his supporters. Known for his admiration of Roman history, Musk’s gesture was symbolic of his belief in America as “the new Rome.”
A Vision of Revival
Musk’s fiery rhetoric echoed themes of a revived empire:“This was no ordinary victory. This was a fork in the road of human civilization.”
He linked Trump’s presidency to a transformative era, promising a “Golden Age” reminiscent of Rome’s glory days.
Musk’s tweet on January 18 reinforced this:
“From MAGA to MEGA: Make Europe Great Again!”
Trump’s Golden Age
In his inaugural address, President Trump declared, “The golden age of America begins right now.” He unveiled plans for an External Revenue Service to impose international tariffs, signaling a return to strength and international influence.Adding to the spectacle, the brand-new department DOGE (DOGE spelled backwards is EGod), ruled by Musk, was officially established.