ISLAMABAD: Tech billionaire Elon Musk has vehemently denied claims of extensive drug use during the 2024 U.S. election campaign, following a New York Times report alleging he consumed ketamine, ecstasy, and psychedelics while advising former President Donald Trump.
The controversy erupted as Musk appeared at the White House with a mysterious black eye, fueling speculation about his behavior.
Musk Rejects “Lies” About Substance Abuse
In a fiery post on X, Musk dismissed the NYT report as false, admitting only to past “prescription” ketamine use for depression. “I am NOT taking drugs!” he declared, though the article cited sources claiming his alleged drug habit led to bladder issues.
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The timing raised eyebrows—the denial came hours after Musk attended a bizarre Oval Office event with Trump, where he sported a bruised face allegedly from play-fighting with his son, X Æ A-12.
White House Exit Amid Growing Scrutiny
The Tesla CEO stepped down as head of Trump’s “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) amid the scandal, having overseen mass federal layoffs. Trump praised Musk as “fantastic” but claimed ignorance of any drug use.
Critics highlighted Musk’s erratic public behavior, including a Nazi-style salute at a Trump rally, as potential red flags.
With Musk’s influence in politics and tech under a microscope, the saga underscores the blurred lines between his personal controversies and professional clout.
