Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Elon Musk Denies Drug Use Allegations by The New York Times
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has responded to a New York Times report alleging his illicit drug use.
Musk denied the claims, stating he tried prescription ketamine a few years ago for mental health reasons, but hasn't used it since.
The New York Times defended their report, stating it was thoroughly sourced and provided Musk opportunities to respond before publication.
The article prompted speculation about Musk's appearance during an event and mentioned reports of him using various substances.
Musk said the newspaper was "lying their a** off."
The New York Times mentioned they interviewed a dozen people and saw private text messages, legal documents and photographic evidence.
Elon Musk denied allegations of illicit drug use made by The New York Times.
The NYT article reported on claims of Musk using multiple substances.
Musk admitted to trying prescription ketamine for mental health, but not recently.
The New York Times defended their report, citing sources and evidence.
The report has sparked debate regarding Musk's behavior and appearance.
- Who
- Elon Musk and The New York Times.
- What
- Reports and denials regarding Elon Musk's drug use.
- When
- Reported last week, with the response over the weekend
- Where
- Reported by The New York Times.
- Why
- The New York Times article made claims of drug use, Musk denies the claims.
The New York Times
Elon Musk
Musk's Drug Use
The New York Times
The New York Times claims Musk has used illicit drugs, backed by multiple sources and evidence.
Elon Musk
Musk denies using illicit drugs and refutes the report by The New York Times.
- Musk's Position
- Tesla and SpaceX CEO
- Allegation Source
- Reported by The New York Times
- Musk's Response
- Refuted the claims
- Musk's Admitted Drug Use
- Prescription ketamine
- NYT's Claim
- Musk was given opportunities to respond, but declined