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Elon Musk, the world-renowned businessman behind Tesla, SpaceX, and the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), found himself at the center of controversy after The New York Times published a report accusing him of using various drugs during the 2024 presidential campaign, in which he publicly supported former President Donald Trump.
The article, released last week, claims Musk used drugs such as ketamine, ecstasy, and psychedelic mushrooms.
Ketamine is a drug medically used as an anesthetic but can also be taken recreationally. According to the report, Musk allegedly used these substances heavily, to the point that he developed bladder problems a known side effect of excessive ketamine use.
These claims are based on anonymous sources close to Musk and political circles, but no concrete evidence has been presented publicly.
In response to these allegations, Elon Musk took to his X account to strongly deny the claims. He stated that he has not used drugs like those mentioned and called the report false and sensationalized, designed to harm his reputation and distract the public from more important issues.
So far, neither Musk nor his legal team has provided evidence to counter the report, but his strong denial shows he is working to protect his reputation, which is crucial for his image and for the trust of investors and followers.
Meanwhile, no official statement has been released by former President Trump’s team regarding these accusations.
The news has stirred significant attention in the media and on social platforms, sparking debates and diverse reactions. Elon Musk is a highly influential and controversial figure, and any news involving him tends to generate major public impact.
