Steve Bannon Accused of Nazi Salute During CPAC Speech

Bannon denies the gesture was a Nazi salute, but the incident has drawn criticism, including from far-right figures and international leaders.

Steve Bannon, former Trump advisor, made a gesture at CPAC resembling a Nazi salute, sparking significant backlash.
Bannon claimed the gesture was a wave he commonly uses to thank audiences during speeches, rejecting accusations of Nazi symbolism.
French far-right leader Jordan Bardella canceled his planned CPAC appearance, citing the gesture as a reference to Nazi ideology.
Prominent far-right figures, including Nick Fuentes and Richard Spencer, expressed discomfort with the gesture, calling it excessive and provocative.
The incident follows a similar controversy involving Elon Musk last month, raising concerns about the normalization of such gestures in conservative circles.