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Hans India
5 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
Elon Musk's Tumultuous Year: Political Power, Drug Use, and Family Drama
As Elon Musk rose to become one of Donald J. Trump's most influential allies during the 2024 presidential campaign, his personal life was unraveling behind the scenes. Sources close to the billionaire entrepreneur describe a period marked by escalating drug use, erratic behavior, and legal disputes involving several of his children and romantic partners. Musk, 53, donated roughly $275 million to support Trump's bid for a second term and became a frequent presence at rallies and inside the White House. But at the same time, he was reportedly using ketamine so frequently that he began experiencing side effects, including bladder issues—a known consequence of heavy use. According to individuals familiar with his behavior and a photo of his daily medication box, Musk was also taking Ecstasy, psychedelic mushrooms, and stimulants resembling Adderall. While it remains unclear whether he was under the influence while participating in official government activities, Musk's behavior during public events raised concerns. At one point, he was seen mimicking a Nazi salute at a rally and gave rambling, disjointed answers in a staged interview. On Wednesday evening, Musk announced he was stepping away from his role advising the government, citing a need to focus on his businesses. A Pattern of Escalating Behavior Musk and his legal team declined to comment on the allegations. In the past, he has acknowledged using ketamine under medical supervision to treat depression, claiming he only takes small, prescribed doses biweekly. However, those close to him told The New York Times that his usage was far more frequent and often recreational. 'He's pushed the boundaries of his behavior,' said Dr. Philip Low, a neuroscientist and former friend of Musk's, who publicly criticized the tech mogul for his controversial conduct, including the Nazi-like gesture at a political rally. Family Disputes and Custody Battles Musk's personal life has also come under strain. He is currently embroiled in legal and personal disputes involving several of his 14 known children, many of whom were born to different women under overlapping timelines. One of his former partners, the musician Claire Boucher (known as Grimes), is involved in a contentious custody battle over their 5-year-old son, X. She has expressed concern over Musk's decision to bring the child to public events—including meetings at the Oval Office—despite an agreement to keep their children out of the spotlight. People familiar with the case say she believes the travel and exposure are affecting the child's health. Another former partner, conservative commentator Ashley St. Clair, recently revealed she had a secret child with Musk. According to St. Clair, Musk offered her a financial settlement to remain silent about the child's paternity. When she declined, he sought a gag order, citing concerns for the child's security. St. Clair has since filed for child support and public acknowledgment of paternity. Drug Use Behind Closed Doors Musk's drug use has long been a topic of speculation. In a 2024 interview, he claimed ketamine helped him manage negative moods. But sources say his usage was far more extreme, often mixing ketamine with Ecstasy and mushrooms during private gatherings both in the U.S. and abroad. SpaceX, Musk's aerospace company and a major government contractor, is required to maintain a drug-free workplace. Insiders claim Musk received advance notice of random drug tests, raising questions about internal oversight. SpaceX declined to comment. The FDA permits limited ketamine use for depression through licensed providers but warns of its high abuse potential. Chronic use can lead to dissociation, addiction, and organ damage. Political Influence and Fallout As Musk's influence in Washington grew, so did scrutiny. He began assisting with Trump's presidential transition and was involved in key meetings shaping policy, including a proposed Department of Government Efficiency. He also spent time at Mar-a-Lago and joined calls with foreign leaders. At the same time, Musk was facing multiple investigations into Tesla and other ventures, including scrutiny over autonomous vehicle crashes and allegations of discrimination at his factories. In a text to a confidant last year, Musk wrote, 'The Biden administration views me as the #2 threat after Trump… I can't be president, but I can help Trump defeat Biden and I will.' Private Life, Public Controversies Musk's advocacy for large families appears to have extended into his private life. He's fathered children with multiple women, often simultaneously, and promoted the 'pronatalist' movement—a push for increased global birthrates. At one point, he was involved with three women at once, including Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis, who has had four children with him via surrogacy. Former friends and allies have become increasingly vocal in their criticism. Public intellectual Sam Harris cut ties with Musk earlier this year, writing that he had become a promoter of misinformation and had lost his moral compass. In January, Musk appeared at an inauguration celebration where he delivered a chest-thumping salute widely interpreted as fascist in nature. He later dismissed the backlash as a 'positive gesture.' Weeks later, Musk took the stage at the Conservative Political Action Conference, wielding a chainsaw given to him by Argentine President Javier Milei and declaring, 'This is the chainsaw for bureaucracy!' Elon Musk's Tumultuous Year: Political Power, Drug Use, and Family Drama As Musk withdraws from direct government involvement, questions linger about his ability to balance his public role, business empire, and personal life. While his supporters continue to champion his genius and vision, others close to him express deep concern about the toll his behavior is taking on those around him—and on the institutions he now influences.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Elon Musk appears with mysterious facial bruise at Oval Office amid drug claims; was Donald Trump aware of his alleged substance use?
Elon Musk, the tech billionaire, bid farewell to the Donald Trump administration on Friday, May 30, with an appearance at the Oval Office, but this was not the only highlight of the day; the bigger concern was a black mark near his eyes that was spotted during the press conference on Friday. The black spot on Musk's face fuelled speculations and rumours about how it happened; the speculations spiked even more after a report by The New York Times suggested that Elon Musk allegedly uses ketamine, which has even damaged his bladder. The report cited a photo claiming that he carried a box around him, which contained 20 pills, including Adderall. How did Elon Musk get a black spot near his eyes? Let's find out The black spot near Elon Musk's eyes raised speculations among netizens, and during the press conference, after being asked about the mark, the Tesla owner said his son was to blame for the injury. He said his lil X and he were horsing around when he punched him while playing. "I was just horsing around with lil' X, and I said, 'Go ahead, punch me in the face, and he did, said Elon Musk. However, the billionaire dodged the question about the drug allegations, saying, 'Let's move on. Okay. Next question.' ELON MUSK: "This is not the end of DOGE, but really the beginning ... The DOGE team will only grow stronger overtime ... I am confident over time, we will see $1 trillion dollars of waste and fraud reduction." Thank you, Elon Musk 🫡🇺🇸 Elon Musk engaged in extensive drug consumption and more The SpaceX owner on Wednesday announced his departure from government service and DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) after months of exhibiting erratic behaviour, including making a Nazi-like salute at a political rally. Well, in the past, the White House has played down several reports of Musk's drug use and talked about the same. Trump's Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, whose wife works for Musk, revealed that they are more concerned about drugs across the southern border. "The drugs that we're concerned about are the drugs running across the southern border" from Mexico, he said. However, previously, Musk himself had admitted to taking ketamine, saying that he was prescribed it to treat a 'negative frame of mind'. But was Donald Trump aware of Elon Musk's drug consumption? As per the NYT report, Musk frequently used drugs such as ketamine, ecstasy and psychedelic mushrooms while campaigning with Donald Trump. According to the report, it was unclear if Musk used narcotics when he was employed by Trump at the Department of Government Efficiency. According to an AFP report, US President Donald Trump said that he was not aware of Elon Musk regularly using drugs.
Black America Web
a day ago
- Politics
- Black America Web
14 Kids And A Drug Problem: New Report Alleges Elon Musk Used Heavy Drugs Including Ketamine, Ecstasy While He Became Close To Trump
Source: Kevin Dietsch / Getty While Elon Musk jetted between billion-dollar boardrooms and the White House, racked up $275 million in campaign donations to Donald Trump, and fathered his 14th child, a new report reveals he was also heavily medicated—recreationally and otherwise. According to the New York Times, Musk Allegedly maintained a serious ketamine habit, indulged in ecstasy and psychedelic mushrooms, and traveled with a daily pill box containing roughly 20 substances, including what appeared to be Adderall. And yet, despite erratic behavior, Nazi-like salutes at rallies, and slurred answers in public interviews, Musk was still granted unprecedented access to national power, including classified briefings and the authority to recommend sweeping cuts across federal agencies as head of Trump's so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). If that's not white privilege on a platinum platter, I don't know what is. Elon Musk isn't just a tech billionaire anymore; he's a cultural symbol—one that the Trump administration has chosen to elevate and protect, even as reports of serious drug abuse, questionable judgment, and ethical breaches pile up. The hypocrisy is galling, especially when you consider that everyday people—particularly Black and Brown Americans—are routinely criminalized and demonized for far less. For example, if a young Black father of two was pulled over with ketamine in his car, the narrative wouldn't be about self-medicating for depression or high-pressure work environments. It would be about criminal intent, irresponsibility, and bad parenting. He'd be labeled a threat, not a visionary. Meanwhile, Elon Musk is managing 14 kids, popping psychedelics like Tic Tacs, insulting Cabinet members, and still being defended by figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump's Secretary of Health and Human Services, who's spent more time attacking vaccines than addressing the opioid crisis ravaging American families. It's no wonder Musk feels untouchable. He's been given the celebrity fast pass to government—no drug testing, no consequences, no accountability. According to insiders, even at SpaceX, where federal contracts require strict drug-free policies, Musk received advance warnings about 'random' drug tests. That kind of systemic leniency simply doesn't exist for regular citizens. And certainly not for people of color. Source: Kevin Dietsch / Getty Let's also talk about the optics and danger of that access. While Musk was allegedly hallucinating on mushrooms and nursing a ketamine-compromised bladder, he was in rooms where real decisions were made about national security and public policy. We now know from the Times that Musk's erratic behavior included making a Nazi-like gesture at a rally and openly insulting members of Trump's Cabinet. But instead of being removed, he was allowed to continue in his role until he decided to quit. That's not accountability; that's white-collar immunity. Meanwhile, the Trump administration continues its crash course in chaos. In the same week Musk exited the White House, reports confirmed that Trump's chief of staff's phone had been hacked—another glaring example of this administration's dangerous ineptitude. Whether it's handing power to unvetted allies or failing to secure the most basic cybersecurity protocols, the Trump team has once again proven it's not equipped to run a lemonade stand, let alone a nation. But none of this exists in a vacuum. It's part of a larger, dangerous trend where privilege is coddled and misconduct is rewarded—so long as you have the right skin color, the right bank account, or the right political connection. Musk's drug use is now painted with a sympathetic brush: 'He's self-medicating,' 'He's under pressure,' 'He's just different.' But swap him out for a Black or Brown entrepreneur with the same behaviors, and the headlines would read more like a character assassination than a psychological profile. And don't get me started on the kids. Musk has 14 children—many of them born out of overlapping relationships that have led to legal battles and family strife. But we're not seeing Fox News run primetime specials on 'fatherless homes' or 'degenerate culture' here. Because again, the rules only apply when you don't look like Elon Musk. The bottom line? We have to stop pretending there's equity in how America treats drug use, family dynamics, or professional misconduct. The same country that throws people in jail for self-medicating with marijuana or Adderall without a prescription is simultaneously applauding a man for 'thinking outside the box' while he's allegedly high on Schedule I narcotics at government meetings. This isn't about shaming addiction or mental health struggles. It's about the selective compassion extended only to those the system already favors. And if the richest man in the world can fund a president, gobble psychedelics, father a dozen kids, insult government officials, and still be granted the keys to national policy—while a 22-year-old Black man gets locked up for the same pill without a prescription—then the American justice system isn't just broken. It's complicit, and so is anyone pretending not to see the difference. SEE ALSO: Grandson Of Infamous NOPD Murder Victim Among Still At Large After Jailbreak Thanks To Donald Trump, The American Dream Is Dead SEE ALSO 14 Kids And A Drug Problem: New Report Alleges Elon Musk Used Heavy Drugs Including Ketamine, Ecstasy While He Became Close To Trump was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
NDTV
a day ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Elon Musk Responds To NYT's Drug Abuse Charge From The Oval Office
Elon Musk's association with Donald Trump's administration was marked by controversy and erratic behaviour, with sources close to the billionaire entrepreneur revealing a darker side to his involvement. According to a New York Times report, Musk's consumption of ketamine, ecstasy, and psychedelic mushrooms raised eyebrows, particularly given his influential role in the "department of government efficiency". Musk's daily medication box, containing around 20 pills, including Adderall, has sparked concerns about his substance use. In a striking contradiction, Musk told journalist Don Lemon in March 2024 that he took ketamine in small doses every two weeks, saying, "If you've used too much ketamine, you can't really get work done, and I have a lot of work." However, sources suggest he was using it far more frequently, sometimes daily, which reportedly affected his bladder. His drug use got worse as he donated $275m to Trump's presidential campaign and then spearheaded the 'department of government efficiency', or Doge. As Musk's role in the administration grew, so did concerns about his behavior. He was known to insult cabinet members and made a Nazi-like salute at a political rally, sparking widespread criticism. Sam Harris, a public intellectual and former friend, wrote in a January newsletter, "There is something seriously wrong with his moral compass, if not his perception of reality." Ecstasy is a drug classified by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) as a Schedule I controlled substance. It has no medical use and it is completely prohibited for federal employees. Musk being a 'special government employee' was not subjected to these stringent rules. Similarly, the use of ketamine would also violate federal workplace politics, if used recreationally, although it can be legally prescribed as a Schedule III substance. Musk's exit from government service has raised questions about the intersection of power, privilege, and substance use. With SpaceX maintaining strict drug-free policies for employees, it's unclear how Musk's habits affected his work. Insiders said that Musk received advance warnings of random drug tests - undermining their effectiveness. To a question asked about Musk's drug use during his time in the White House, by Fox News's Peter Doocy during his farewell speech, Musk replied, 'Is the New York Times, is that the same publication that got a Pulitzer Prize for false reporting on the Russia-gate? Is that the same organisation? I think it is,' he said, turning to Trump. 'I think it is.' 'I think the judge just ruled against the New York Times for their lines about the Russia-gate hoax and they may have to give back their Pulitzer Prize. That New York Times, let's move on,' he said. Asked if the White House had concerns about drug use by Elon Musk, as detailed by The New York Times, the White House deputy chief of staff, Stephen Miller, dodged the question. He told reporters outside the West Wing that 'the drugs we're concerned about are the drugs pouring across the southern border. Next question.'
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
'Let's Move On': Musk Deflects Questions About Drug Use
Elon Musk, left, and President Donald Trump, speak to reporters in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on May 30, 2025. Credit - Kevin Dietsch—Getty Images Elon Musk's final hours working for President Donald Trump were spent in part by deflecting questions about his drug use, which a New York Times investigation on Friday revealed was far more extensive than previously known. Standing beside Trump in the Oval Office to mark his last day in government, Musk cut off a reporter for even mentioning the New York Times' reported allegations that he regularly consumed ketamine, ecstasy, and psychedelic mushrooms while traveling with Trump on the campaign trail last year. 'The New York Times. Is that the same publication that got a Pulitzer Prize for false reporting on Russiagate?' Musk said when asked about the report, alluding to conservative criticism of the Times' coverage of Russian interference in the 2016 US election. 'Let's move on.' Musk has had a ubiquitous presence at the White House over the past year, attending Cabinet meetings, appearing regularly with Trump in the Oval Office, and serving as the public face of the Department of Government Efficiency, a network of engineers tasked with rooting out waste, fraud, and abuse from the federal government. His role, while technically unpaid and temporary, grew in both scope and influence—often bypassing traditional bureaucratic channels. But as Musk's visibility rose, so did concerns about his behavior behind the scenes. The Times report described an increasingly erratic figure whose drug use went far beyond the occasional ketamine prescription he had previously disclosed. According to people familiar with his activities, he told associates that he was taking so much ketamine that it was damaging his bladder, a known consequence of chronic abuse. He also traveled with a daily medication box filled with roughly 20 pills, including Adderall, The Times reported. It remains unclear whether Musk was under the influence while in his government role. But some critics have noted his erratic behavior, such as his Nazi-like gesture at a rally, garbled answers during interviews, and frequent insults of top Trump officials. The White House declined to comment directly on the matter. Trump's deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller told reporters Friday that he has no concerns over Musk's alleged drug use. 'The drugs I'm concerned about are the drugs that are coming across the border from the criminal cartels that are killing hundreds of thousands of Americans,' Miller said. Musk has previously admitted his history of recreational drug use. In a 2024 interview with Don Lemon, he acknowledged he took 'a small amount' of prescribed ketamine to treat negative moods about once every two weeks, but that his heavy workload prevented him from using it too much. 'If you've used too much ketamine, you can't really get work done, and I have a lot of work,' he said. Musk announced on Friday that he plans to continue advising Trump and the U.S. DOGE Service even after he formally departs the government to focus more on his companies, which include Tesla and SpaceX, among others. During his time in the government, Musk oversaw DOGE's sweeping cuts to the federal workforce as part of the Trump Administration's efforts to vastly reduce federal spending. He had initially sought to cut $2 trillion from the nation's roughly $6.8 trillion federal budget, before walking back that figure. DOGE's website claims it has secured $175 billion in estimated savings, but media outlets have found its assertions to be exaggerated and misleading. TIME has not been able to independently verify those savings. 'I expect to continue to provide advice, whenever the President would like advice,' Musk said on Friday. 'I hope so,' Trump chimed in. 'I expect to remain a friend and an adviser,' Musk added, "and certainly, if there's anything the President wants me to do, I'm at the President's service." Write to Nik Popli at
