Elon Musk made a notable appearance at Donald Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden, donning a black MAGA cap that deviated from the traditional red design. The cap featured a font that many are calling reminiscent of Nazi typography, particularly the blackletter style often associated with heavy-metal bands and certain historical contexts.

Experts, such as Cheryl Jacobsen from the University of Iowa, noted that while blackletter fonts have historical roots in German culture, they were appropriated by the Nazi regime as a symbol of nationalism. This connection has led to significant online discussion, with some commentators suggesting that Musk's choice of headwear at a rally evoking themes from Nazi Germany was intentional.

While reactions varied, with some users defending Musk’s choice as simply an Old English font, others expressed concern over the implications of his attire. Adding to the political tension, John Kelly, former chief of staff to Donald Trump, characterized the former president as embodying fascist qualities, further complicating the narrative surrounding the rally.

In response to criticism, Trump dismissed the notion that his supporters align with Nazi ideologies, asserting his stance against such labels. Musk's fashion choice, however, continues to generate discourse about the intersections of politics, symbolism, and historical context.