Elon Musk has built a career unlike any other in modern history.
From revolutionizing the electric vehicle industry with Tesla to reshaping space travel through SpaceX, his influence reaches across multiple fields.
His ventures include artificial intelligence, social media, and even underground transportation systems.
With such a high profile, everything he says and does garners attention.
His words often spark debate, and his latest comments have led to significant backlash in Poland.
Boycutt of Tesla
Polish officials have expressed outrage over Musk’s recent remarks supporting the German far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD).
He suggested that Germany should move past its history regarding World War II, a position often pushed by nationalist groups.
The timing of his statement, coming just before the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, intensified the reaction in Poland, where millions of lives were lost during the war, according to Digi24.
Sławomir Nitras, Poland’s Minister of Tourism, has called for a nationwide boycott of Tesla vehicles in response.
He argued that no reasonable Polish citizen should continue purchasing Musk’s cars after such comments.
The minister’s statement comes as Tesla remains one of the most prominent electric vehicle brands in Europe, making any potential decline in sales significant.
Musk has maintained his role as CEO of Tesla while also serving as an advisor to U.S. President Donald Trump.
His influence extends into multiple industries, and many see his public endorsements as carrying real weight.
His comments about Germany were made while speaking at an AfD event, where he urged the country to focus less on its past.
His statements align with nationalist rhetoric that seeks to reshape Germany’s approach to its historical responsibility.
