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  • Elon Musk’s call for Germany to ‘move beyond’ Nazi guilt is dangerous, Holocaust memorial chair says


    The chairman of Israel’s official Holocaust memorial has accused Elon Musk of insulting the victims of Nazism and endangering Germany’s democratic future after the billionaire addressed a rally for Germany’s far-right party on Saturday.

    Musk, the world’s richest man, made a surprise virtual appearance at a campaign event for Germany’s far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party on Saturday, doubling down on his support for the group he has said can “save Germany” ahead of snap elections in February.

    In an apparent reference to Germany’s Nazi history, the head of the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency, whose smiling face was projected onto a vast screen, told a roaring crowd that “children should not be guilty of the sins of their parents, let alone their great-grandparents.”

    “There is too much focus on past guilt, and we need to move beyond that,” he added at the rally in the eastern German city of Halle.

    Musk’s remarks, which came the same week that he faced criticism for a gesture during a speech in Washington that many people said resembled a Nazi salute, came two days before world leaders are due to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.

    “The remembrance and acknowledgement of the dark past of the country and its people should be central in shaping the German society,” said Dani Dayan, chairman of Yad Vashem, Israel’s memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, in a post on X.

    “Failing to do so is an insult to the victims of Nazism and a clear danger to the democratic future of Germany,” he added.

    Musk has openly supported numerous hard-right causes in Europe, including the anti-immigrant AfD, which last year became the first far-right party to win a state election in Germany since World War II.

    Moving past guilt over the atrocities of Germany’s Nazi era is a key pillar of the AfD’s platform.

    In echoing the party’s attitude to Germany’s past — a point of view that has drawn outrage inside Germany and abroad — the tech billionaire threw his support behind a party whose co-founder Alexander Gauland once dismissed the Nazi era as “just a speck of bird’s muck in more than 1,000 years of successful German history.”

    The AfD denies being extremist, although its leaders have said that Germany should stop apologizing for the Holocaust and the Third Reich.

    Elon Musk greets President-elect Donald Trump as he arrives to attend the launch of the SpaceX Starship rocket on Nov. 19, 2024 in Brownsville, Texas.
    Musk greets Donald Trump at the launch of the SpaceX Starship rocket in Texas in November.Brandon Bell / Getty Images

    The timing of Musk’s appearance at the AfD rally was also notable in that it came just days after he made a gesture in Washington that sparked widespread condemnation.

    Abraham Foxman, the former director of the Anti-Defamation League, said on X that Musk’s appearance in and comments at the rally, just days after his speech in Washington, “help place the hand gesture in perspective.”

    Foxman’s comments on Musk’s actions came in contrast to those of the ADL’s current leadership.

    The ADL defended Musk after the gesture, suggesting on X — the social media platform that Musk owns — that the billionaire had made an “awkward gesture in a moment of enthusiasm, not a Nazi salute.”

    “In this moment, all sides should give one another a bit of grace, perhaps even the benefit of the doubt, and take a breath,” it said.

    In his own attempt to downplay the allegations, Musk posted a joke referencing names of prominent Nazi leaders on X, also sparking a backlash.

    The ADL’s chief executive, Jonathan Greenblatt, responded on the same platform saying that “the Holocaust is not a joke.”

    Musk’s comments at the AfD’s rally also played into familiar AfD talking points on national identity and immigration.

    Musk is set to host a discussion on X with AfD's leader Weidel on Thursday.
    Alice Weidel, co-leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany party, in Berlin before a live discussion with Elon Musk on X on Jan. 9.Kay Nietfeld / AFP – Getty Images

    “It’s good to be proud of German culture, German values, and not to lose that in some sort of multiculturalism that dilutes everything,” Musk said.

    The AfD has successfully used Germany’s debate over immigration to bolster its popularity. The party adopted an explicitly anti-Islam policy in May 2016, and its 2017 election manifesto included a section on why “Islam does not belong to Germany.”

    The topic of immigration was one of many Musk discussed during an X broadcast earlier this month in which he spent more than an hour speaking with AfD co-leader Alice Weidel.

    As he has become increasingly vocal about his apparent move to the right of the political spectrum, Musk has thrown his support behind numerous right-wing causes, including the United Kingdom’s hard-right Reform UK party and Italy’s far-right Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, calling her a “precious genius.”

    But his most zealous support has been for the AfD, which heads into February’s elections polling in second place after the collapse of Germany’s left-led coalition government.

    While other German political parties have refused to join coalitions with the AfD due to its extreme positions, Musk has given the group a significant boost, most notably — before Saturday at least — with his X interview with Weidel.

    In the conversation, Weidel said that AfD is “exactly the opposite” of Adolf Hitler’s party, adding that it’s Europe’s left-wing political parties who are antisemitic.

    “We are wrongly framed the entire time,” she said.





    Elon Musk’s recent comments calling for Germany to “move beyond” its guilt over the Holocaust have sparked outrage and condemnation from Holocaust memorial chairpersons and historians. In a series of tweets, the Tesla CEO and SpaceX founder suggested that Germany should not dwell on its past atrocities and instead focus on building a better future.

    These remarks have been met with fierce criticism, with many arguing that they trivialize the horrors of the Holocaust and demonstrate a lack of understanding of the importance of remembering and acknowledging the past. Dr. Charlotte Knobloch, the chair of the Munich Jewish community and former president of the Central Council of Jews in Germany, called Musk’s comments “dangerous and deeply troubling.”

    Knobloch emphasized the need for Germany to continue to confront its history and ensure that the memory of the Holocaust is preserved for future generations. She warned against attempts to downplay or dismiss the atrocities of the past, stating that doing so could pave the way for history to repeat itself.

    Musk’s remarks have also been criticized for their insensitivity and lack of empathy towards the millions of victims of the Holocaust. Many have pointed out that Germany’s commitment to remembering and learning from its past is crucial in preventing similar atrocities from happening in the future.

    In light of the backlash, Musk has since clarified his comments, stating that he was not trying to minimize the significance of the Holocaust but rather advocating for a focus on progress and innovation. However, his initial remarks continue to be seen as problematic and divisive.

    Overall, Musk’s call for Germany to “move beyond” its Nazi guilt has ignited a heated debate about the importance of remembering and learning from history, and the dangers of forgetting the past. It serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing need to confront the atrocities of the past and ensure that they are never repeated.

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  • Kelly Stafford Felt ‘Guilt’ for Exposing Entire L.A. Rams Team to Sick Kids on Private Jet


    Kelly Stafford has admitted that she wasn’t quite thrilled when she learned she had to put her sick kids on a plane with an entire football team in tow.

    During the latest episode of The Morning After podcast, the wife of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford opened up about the “well-oiled machine” that was the elaborate travel process to get the entire team to Arizona in time for their playoff showdown against the Minnesota Vikings on Monday, January 13.

    The game, which was originally set to take place at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., was relocated to the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. due to the ongoing wildfires in L.A

    According to Kelly, 34, the Rams organization facilitated a plane for the entire team and their families to travel together to the game. Her only major concern was, she was sick with the flu at the time, as were her four kids. Kelly and her NFL player husband share four daughters: twins Sawyer and Chandler, 7, Harper, 6, and Tyler, 4. 

    “We were sick on that flight,” Kelly admitted during the Jan. 15 podcast. “There was a huge guilt factor to me going, ‘Should we be on this plane right now because of everyone surrounding us and everyone who has to play this game?’ ”

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    Kelly and Michael Stafford family.

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    Kelly reached out to multiple people who would be on the flight ahead of time and received an unexpected response at such a pivotal moment in the season.

    “They were like, ‘Get your a– on that plane. We all need to be together,’” Kelly said. “That was such an incredible thing for me to hear because there was a little bit of like, ‘Should I just stay back with my children?’” 

    Matthew, 36, was also insistent that the whole family be together for the game. 

    “Matthew was like, ’No, we will do whatever it takes. We are all getting on this plane. We are going to be together right now,’” Kelly added. 

    While in Arizona, Kelly took to social media to offer several updates on the health of her kids.

    On Saturday, Jan. 11, just two days ahead of the playoff game, Kelly shared a photo on her Instagram Stories, captured by E! News at the time, of her two daughters in a hospital bed. “Last night was long,” she wrote in the post. “Back in beds and sleeping, everyone except Hunter. Feels like she drank a Celsius.”

    Kelly Stafford/Instagram


    “Before that tho, they were all smiles getting to go with daddy on his work trip,” she added. Kelly did not elaborate on why her kids’ had been hospitalized.

    In another photo, posted after the hospitalization, the Los Angeles Rams quarterback cuddled one of their daughters as they were pictured in an arena. “This girl ,” Kelly wrote. “In the middle of her pukes in the bathroom, ‘Mommy, are we still winning.’ She couldn’t wait to be in his arms.”

    On Sunday, Jan. 12, Kelly shared another update on two of her daughters, posting a photo from a restaurant. “Found our happy place in AZ,” she wrote, hinting that they still still weren’t quite over the flu. “I promise we are happy, just still .”

    She also shared a picture later on of all four of her girls sleeping, writing, “Never ending. My poor girls.”

    Kelly Stafford/Instagram


    Kelly’s decision to travel to Arizona with the team and their families comes after she previously said she and the girls might vacate their home to keep Matthew safe from their germs.

    “I currently believe I have the flu. Two of my daughters have the flu,” revealed Kelly on the Jan. 9 podcast episode. She said she “can’t think straight” because of it and even “passed out on a little bench in the suite” at the Jan. 5 game against the Seattle Seahawks.

    During the podcast, Kelly said that Matthew “won’t come close to [her]” because of her sickness, which she “completely” understands. “If all my kids have the flu, I don’t think we should be in this house with him,” she told listeners.

    Kelly Stafford/Instagram


    “I know everyone’s like, ‘Why would y’all move? There’s five of you and one of him.’ Because all of his work stuff and his film room and everything is here,” she continued. “So we would just get out of here. I think that is on the table right now.”

    Kelly added, “We have 105 fevers going around this house right now and we can’t have Matthew with that going into the playoffs,” she concluded. “So we’re going to do our best to not let him get that.”



    Kelly Stafford, the wife of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, recently opened up about feeling guilty for potentially exposing the entire Rams team to sick children on their private jet.

    In a post on her Instagram Stories, Kelly shared that she and her husband had invited a group of sick children and their families to join them on a private jet for a special trip. However, after the flight, Kelly received a message from one of the parents informing her that their child had tested positive for a contagious illness.

    “I felt so much guilt for potentially exposing the entire Rams team to these sick kids,” Kelly wrote. “I never want to put anyone in harm’s way, and I can’t help but feel responsible for this situation.”

    Kelly went on to express her concern for the health and safety of everyone involved and emphasized the importance of being cautious and mindful of others, especially during these uncertain times.

    While the Rams have not made any official statement regarding the situation, it’s clear that Kelly’s intentions were pure and that she is taking responsibility for her actions. It serves as a reminder to always prioritize the well-being of others and to be mindful of the potential consequences of our actions.

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  • Novak Djokovic lifts the lid on ‘guilt’ around wife and kids in sad confession about family

    Novak Djokovic lifts the lid on ‘guilt’ around wife and kids in sad confession about family


    Novak Djokovic has expressed his happiness at having his wife and two kids with him in Australia for the first time, while also revealing the guilt he feels every time he leaves them. The 2025 edition of the Australian Open marks the first time that both of Djokovic’s kids – son Stefan and daughter Tara – have made the trip Down Under to watch him play the grand slam in Melbourne.

    Speaking at the Brisbane International on Thursday night, the 24-time grand slam champion said he’s more motivated to succeed and calmer than ever before – which he attributes to having his young family by his side. A twinkle came to the 37-year-old’s eyes when discussing the benefits of having wife Jelena, son Stefan and daughter Tara with him.

    Novak Djokovic with his wife and kids.Novak Djokovic with his wife and kids.

    Novak Djokovic has his wife and both kids with him in Australia for the first time. Image: Getty

    Speaking on court after beating Gael Monfils to progress to the quarter-finals, Djokovic said his “heart was full” due to their presence. “It allows me, first of all, to not feel the guilt that I’m so far away for such a long time,” he said. “I’ve been feeling that, I must admit, when I would travel to Australia in the previous years, I would be away for four or five weeks.

    “Every time you have to separate with your kids and your wife, there’s a lot of tears involved. It’s not easy. Then you start to question yourself. Why do I have to do it over and over again? This makes it so much easier for me, obviously knowing going back home now they’re going to be there waiting for me. I’m more motivated.”

    Novak Djokovic's wife Jelena and daughter Tara.Novak Djokovic's wife Jelena and daughter Tara.

    Novak Djokovic’s wife Jelena and daughter Tara at the Brisbane International. (Photo by WILLIAM WEST/AFP via Getty Images)

    Djokovic said he’s way more relaxed on and off the court as a result. “I am also more calm, more serene,” he said. “I spend great quality time with them. It allows me to also not think about tennis 24/7, to have time where I can just release the tension and be really involved in their time. It’s a great balance so far.

    “My wife, she’s here supporting me, trying to give me that love and energy, along with kids, that I need to play my best tennis. So far, it’s working very well. I mean, I’m feeling great on the court. I’m playing great.”

    Djokovic is hoping to win the Brisbane International for the first time, but his greater goal is to win an 11th Australian Open crown. It would give him 25 grand slam titles for his career and take him out of a tie with Aussie great Margaret Court for most all-time.

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    The Serbian star is leaving no stone unturned, and recently made a visit to British F1 driver George Russell to learn some of his ways. “George took me to their (Mercedes) technical room to meet the data and tech team. I think it could be maybe 15 people that is working there on the computers, each person for a specific technical element,” he said.

    “I felt like in Disneyland a little bit because I believe that there’s a lot of beneficial things that you can get out of the data. Then, of course, how do you transfer it or translate to the court is the key, right? Everyone can see data, read data, but how do you get that on the court to actually work for you efficiently? I really like data. Video analysis particularly. I’m quite a visual type of guy. I like to get a sense of patterns of play of my next opponent.”



    Novak Djokovic, one of the greatest tennis players of all time, recently opened up about the feelings of guilt he experiences when he is away from his wife and children while traveling for tournaments.

    In a candid confession, Djokovic revealed the struggles he faces balancing his career with his responsibilities as a husband and father. Despite his success on the court, the Serbian superstar admitted that the constant travel and time away from his family can take a toll on him emotionally.

    “I feel guilty sometimes when I’m away from my wife and kids for long periods of time,” Djokovic said. “I know they understand and support me, but it’s still hard to be away from them. I miss them a lot when I’m on the road.”

    The 34-year-old also shared that he tries to make the most of his time with his family when he is not competing, cherishing every moment spent with his loved ones.

    “It’s important for me to be present and make the most of the time I have with my wife and kids when I’m not playing tennis,” Djokovic said. “They are my biggest supporters, and I want to show them how much they mean to me.”

    Djokovic’s heartfelt confession sheds light on the sacrifices that athletes make to pursue their passion and achieve success in their respective fields. It serves as a reminder that behind the glitz and glamour of professional sports, there are personal struggles and challenges that athletes face on a daily basis.

    As fans, we should not only celebrate athletes for their achievements on the field but also acknowledge the sacrifices they make behind the scenes. Djokovic’s honesty and vulnerability in sharing his feelings of guilt around his family serve as a poignant reminder of the human side of sports icons.

    In the end, Djokovic’s confession is a testament to the power of love and family, showing that even the most successful athletes grapple with the same emotions and challenges as the rest of us.

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