Elon Musk and Alice Weidel: A Controversial Encounter on X

Elon Musk is set to host Alice Weidel, leader of the far-right German party AfD, in a live interview on January 10 on his platform, X. Musk's endorsement of the AfD has sparked controversy in Germany, where the party is seen as extremist and anti-democratic.

Elon Musk, the influential tech mogul, appears poised to spark another political firestorm as he prepares to host Alice Weidel, the leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, for a live interview on his social media platform, X. This engagement is anticipated ahead of Germany's national election on February 23.

The AfD, characterized as anti-immigration and anti-Islamic by German authorities, has been shunned by other political entities due to its extremist label. Despite this, Musk has shown support for the party, adding to the political tensions in Berlin, especially with his recent inflammatory remarks about German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

A spokesperson for the AfD confirmed ongoing discussions between Weidel and Musk, although details remain scarce. The partnership marks an escalation in Musk's backing of far-right movements in Europe, after financially supporting Donald Trump's political resurgence. German leaders denounce Musk's foray into their politics, emphasizing that the upcoming election is for the people to decide.

(With inputs from agencies.)