Amid swirling controversy over Elon Musk’s actions at Donald Trump’s inauguration, his ex-partner Grimes has stepped forward to address the uproar.

The singer, whose real name is Claire Boucher, took to Musk’s platform X to make her stance clear after fans bombarded her with questions.

Grimes Condemns Nazism and Responds to Fans

Grimes, 36, didn’t mince words as she condemned Nazism and distanced herself from Musk’s controversial salute at the event.

Responding to fans’ demands for a statement, she tweeted, “I’m happy to denounce Nazism and the far alt-right. Would that help clear things up?”

She admitted she hadn’t been aware of the controversy until fans brought it to her attention.

“I’m still debating how to approach this diplomatically because I feel in over my head,” she explained.

“But if there’s concern about that, I am happy to set the record straight in a meaningful way.”

Musk Denies Allegations Amid Divided Opinions

Musk, who has faced sharp criticism, quickly denied that his salute was a nod to Nazism.

He fired back at critics on X, calling the accusations “tired” and sharing images of other political figures, like Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, making similar gestures.

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) came to Musk’s defense, labeling the gesture as “an awkward moment of enthusiasm” rather than a Nazi salute.

However, the debate continued, with some online accusing Musk of aligning with extremist ideologies.

Grimes Pushes Back Against Personal Attacks

The controversy spilled over into Grimes’ interactions with her fans.

One even suggested removing a tattoo dedicated to the artist because of Musk’s actions.

Grimes replied with frustration, saying, “It’s absurd that someone can be this canceled for something their ex did before they even heard it happened.”

She emphasized her independence from Musk’s actions, adding, “I am not him.

I will not make a statement every time he does something.”

A Strained Relationship

Grimes and Musk, who separated in 2021, have been navigating a contentious custody battle over their three children: X AE A-XII, 4, Exa Dark Sideræl, 3, and Tau Techno Mechanicus, 2.

In a post last November, Grimes described Musk as “unrecognizable” and lamented the challenge of fighting for custody “with a fraction of his resources.”

Historians and Experts Weigh In

While some historians, like Claire Aubin, viewed Musk’s gesture as a clear reference to the Nazi salute, others disagreed.

Historian Aaron Astor argued that the gesture was a socially awkward moment, saying, “This is a socially awkward autistic man’s wave to the crowd where he says, ‘my heart goes out to you.’”

The ADL echoed this sentiment, calling for calm and understanding in an increasingly polarized political climate.

“Let’s hope for healing and work toward unity in the months and years ahead,” the organization said.

Grimes Finds Balance Amid Public Scrutiny

In the midst of the backlash, Grimes expressed her desire to rise above the negativity.

“I promise you it doesn’t feel good to be hated all the time for things I don’t even know about, cannot predict, and cannot control,” she said.

Despite the challenges, she added, “I chose this path, I accept it.

I make the best of it, and I simply wish happiness and health to all.”

A Controversy That Reflects Broader Divisions

As the dust settles, Musk and Grimes find themselves at the center of a controversy that underscores the intensity of modern public discourse.

While Musk continues to push back against allegations, Grimes remains focused on navigating the challenges of her own path, hoping for a more understanding world.

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