"Musk denies claim of excessive ketamine consumption": Musk contradicts allegation about heavy ketamine usage
Busting Elon Musk's Drug Use Rumors:
A Denial with a Twist
It's all boulevard talk now as tech tycoon Elon Musk denies claims of drug abuse during the 2024 campaign. Musk's online service X saw a bold statement over the weekend, "To set the record straight, I don't do drugs," Musk emphasized, stressing the word "no." However, he did admit to being prescribed and taking ketamine a few years back.
The NYT's Bombastic Report
The weekend blew up as the New York Times dropped a bombshell report on Friday, sending shockwaves through Washington. Just before Musk's joint appearance with Trump at the White House to bid him farewell as the government advisor, the paper reported that the Tesla and SpaceX CEO had been taking so much ketamine during the 2024 campaign that it led to bladder problems.
Musk, himself, responded swiftly, fiercely criticizing the paper, claiming, "The New York Times has been pulling the wool over people's eyes." He was more restrained in his initial reaction to the media's drug use queries on Friday, merely accusing the NYT of fabricating news.
Trump's Hesitant Response
When quizzed about his awareness of Musk's drug use, Trump hesitated, "I wasn't aware of that," he said. However, he praised Musk, "I think Elon is a fantastic guy."
Questions Arise About Musk's Substance Shenanigans
Musk responded to the report by discussing his past ketamine use, stating he had already talked about it on X. He clarified, "It helped me crawl out of those dark mental pits, but I haven't taken it since." However, the NYT reports additional allegations, including Musk's use of ecstasy and hallucinogenic mushrooms, as well as his regular use of a pillbox last year[1]. It remains unclear whether Musk also abused drugs during his tenure as Trump's government advisor[1].
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Musk and Trump's Power Struggle: Bureaucracy Reduction vs Potential Conflicts
Musk's tenure as Trump's special advisor for streamlining the bureaucracy was a roller coaster ride. His harsh cuts to positions and ministries attracted discontent. Musk lamented that he was being used as a scapegoat[1][4]. Moreover, he faced criticism for displaying a gesture interpreted as a Nazi salute at an event in January and supporting the AfD party during Germany's election campaign[4]. Tesla sales plummeted, and many Teslas caught fire[4].
Troubles with X and SpaceX
SpaceX's rocket launches and Musk's online platform X also went through hiccups during his tenure as Trump's advisor. After four months in the role, Musk announced his resignation, stating he wanted to focus on his companies[4].
Initially, Musk aimed to save two trillion dollars (1.76 trillion euros), but he fell far short[4]. According to calculations by "The Atlantic" magazine, only a thousandth of that amount was saved, despite tens of thousands losing their jobs due to the radical cuts[4].
Trump praised Musk for his "incredible service" and presented him with a golden key as a farewell gift on Friday. Trump announced that the world's richest man would continue to "come and go" in the White House[4]. Musk, in turn, promised to remain "friend and advisor" to the president[4].
[1] techcrunch.com, [2] cnbc.com, [3] nytimes.com, [4] atlantic.com
In the midst of the heated debates surrounding Elon Musk's tenure as Trump's special advisor, the general news has been shrouded with rumors and reports about his substance use, particularly ketamine and ecstasy. The New York Times dropped a bombshell report about his alleged drug use during the 2024 campaign, which led to questions about his behavior and potential conflicts of interest in his role as a government advisor. Despite Musk's initial denial, further allegations about his drug use have surfaced, adding another layer of complexity to his public image and role in politics and technology.
