MAGA supporters frequently employ humor and deflection when faced with accusations against their allies. In this case, Musk himself responded to criticisms by making light of the situation on social media, using puns related to Nazis. This approach serves to trivialize serious allegations and shift focus away from the implications of such gestures. By framing it as a joke, supporters can diminish the perceived severity of the action and rally around Musk as a victim of overzealous criticism.