Elon Musk gave what appeared to be Nazi salutes at a rally held at Capitol One Arena on Monday after the inauguration of Donald Trump in Washington, D.C. And whatever Musk’s intention with the salutes, Americans on social media are extremely uncomfortable as they debate what it could mean for the future of the country.

Elon Musk’s “public life risks alienating consumers and employees” at Tesla, remarked Oppenheimer analysts in a Tuesday research note.

Musk's portfolio, from electric cars to space exploration, and his role in the government, raises questions of potential inside advantages.