Musk's Drug Use, Mood Swings, and Obsession with Fatherhood Alarmed Friends: Report

May 31, 2025 Komal Das

Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, reportedly consumed drugs like ketamine, ecstasy, and mushrooms while advising US President Donald Trump, claims a New York Times investigation

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Musk’s drug use reportedly escalated after he donated \$275M to Trump and became head of the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge)

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Sources allege Musk carried 20 pills daily, used ketamine frequently, and suffered bladder issues from long-term use

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Despite ketamine being a Schedule III drug, combining it with other substances likely broke workplace policies

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Musk, labeled a “special employee,” was exempt from strict federal drug rules, raising concerns about his role in sensitive White House meetings

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SpaceX enforces drug-free policies, but insiders claimed Musk was tipped off about random tests, undermining their effectiveness

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Reports suggest Musk displayed erratic behavior during his tenure, including public insults and a Nazi-style salute at a rally

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