Elon Musk Denies Drug Use Allegations Amidst Media Scrutiny - Musk Rebuts Drug Use Claims, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has publicly denied recent allegations of illegal drug use reported by The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. The reports suggested Musk's use of substances such as ketamine, ecstasy, and psychedelic mushrooms, raising concerns among company executives and federal agencies.
In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), Musk stated, "After that one puff with Rogan, I agreed, at NASA's request, to do 3 years of random drug testing. Not even trace quantities of any drugs or alcohol. Musk also criticized the media outlets, asserting that the reports were misleading and unfounded. His attorney, Alex Spiro, supported Musk's claims, stating that Musk is "regularly and randomly drug tested at SpaceX and has never failed a test.
Allegations and Company Concerns - The Wall Street Journal article cited unnamed sources alleging Musk's use of various substances, including LSD, cocaine, and ecstasy, at private events. The report also mentioned concerns from Tesla and SpaceX executives about Musk's behavior potentially impacting company operations and federal contracts. In response, Musk emphasized his commitment to his companies, highlighting achievements such as leading Tesla to become the world's most valuable car company and SpaceX's significant contributions to space exploration.
Public Appearances and Further Speculation - During a recent appearance at the White House alongside President Donald Trump, Musk addressed the allegations, attributing a visible black eye to playful roughhousing with his son. He dismissed the drug use claims as false and criticized the media's portrayal of his personal life. Despite the controversy, Musk remains focused on his roles at Tesla and SpaceX, continuing to lead advancements in electric vehicles and space technology.
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