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Elon Musk says '3 years of random testing' found no traces of drug use as he fires back at bombshell WSJ report

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Elon Musk says '3 years of random testing' found no traces of drug use as he fires back at bombshell WSJ report

Elon Musk has refuted a Wall Street Journal report alleging concerns over his drug use by stating that three years of random testing conducted under NASA's request found no traces of illegal substances in his system. The Tesla CEO's response comes after the WSJ report claimed that executives at Musk's companies were worried about his drug use, including cocaine, LSD, ecstasy, and ketamine. However, Musk dismissed the report and criticized it as unworthy of credibility.

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Elon Musk denies he has a drug problem after bombshell report

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Elon Musk denies he has a drug problem after bombshell report

In a recent article by the Wall Street Journal, multiple sources claim that Elon Musk's drug use is ongoing and concerning. However, Musk denies these allegations and states that he agreed to undergo three years of random drug testing after smoking weed on Joe Rogan's podcast. The article suggests that excessive drug use could potentially jeopardize government contracts at Musk's companies, such as SpaceX, and put billions of dollars of investors' assets at risk. While Musk denies these allegations, stories about his drug use continue to circulate.

Report: Elon Musk's drug use ramped up during the 2024 presidential campaign | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 1m ago

Report: Elon Musk's drug use ramped up during the 2024 presidential campaign | TechCrunch

Elon Musk reportedly increased drug use during the 2024 presidential campaign, contributing $270 million to Donald Trump's campaign. Despite known drug use, concerns arose among board members of companies like Tesla and SpaceX. Reports suggested Musk received advance notice of drug tests, raising questions about the correlation between his behavior and drug use. His political engagement aligned with personal troubles, but Musk recently announced stepping back from politics to focus on business, planning a joint press conference with Trump.

Elon Musk's drug use was so concerning it prompted a Tesla director to forgo a reelection bid, WSJ reports

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Elon Musk's drug use was so concerning it prompted a Tesla director to forgo a reelection bid, WSJ reports

A former director at Tesla chose not to seek reelection to the company's board due to concerns over Elon Musk's drug use and unpredictable behavior, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The director, Linda Johnson Rice, reportedly raised her worries about Musk's substance use to other board members on multiple occasions, including his use of drugs such as ketamine, LSD, cocaine, and ecstasy. The report also highlights how executives across Musk's companies have been grappling with managing his drug use and erratic public appearances.

NASA says there's no evidence of drug use at Elon Musk's SpaceX

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

NASA says there's no evidence of drug use at Elon Musk's SpaceX

NASA has stated that there is no evidence of drug use at Elon Musk's SpaceX, in response to a report regarding the billionaire's alleged drug use. The statement emphasizes that NASA expects its commercial partners to adhere to workplace safety requirements. The Wall Street Journal had previously reported allegations of drug use by Musk, including LSD, cocaine, ecstasy, and mushrooms. Musk has denied these claims, stating that recent drug tests conducted at NASA's request showed no presence of drugs in his system.

Elon Musk shares urine test results on X, responds with ‘Lol’

Economic Times

Economic Times · 18d ago

Elon Musk shares urine test results on X, responds with ‘Lol’

Elon Musk shared his drug test results on X, confirming that no controlled substances, including amphetamines, cannabis, and opioids, were detected. The test, conducted by United States Drug Testing at Fastest Labs of South Austin and reported on June 16, 2025, included a wide spectrum of substances, all returning negative results. Musk's decision to tweet these results remains open to interpretation, highlighting transparency amid public scrutiny.

Former Tesla director Larry Ellison invited Elon Musk to Hawaii to 'dry out' from drugs, report says

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Former Tesla director Larry Ellison invited Elon Musk to Hawaii to 'dry out' from drugs, report says

According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, Elon Musk's drug use was so concerning to his business associates and board members that they asked him to go to rehab and take a break from work. Close friend and former Tesla director, Larry Ellison, even suggested Musk go to Hawaii to "relax from work and dry out from the drugs." Concerns arose about Musk's drug use increasing, with instances of him consuming substances like LSD, cocaine, ecstasy, and more. Musk's drug use has previously caused issues, such as a requirement for SpaceX to comply with federal guidelines on drug use in the workplace.

Exclusive: US lawmaker seeks answers on FDA inspection of Musk's Neuralink

Reuters · 1y ago

Exclusive: US lawmaker seeks answers on FDA inspection of Musk's Neuralink

A U.S. lawmaker, Representative Earl Blumenauer, has questioned the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding its decision to allow Elon Musk's Neuralink to test its brain implant device in humans without conducting an inspection. Last June, FDA inspectors found issues with record keeping and quality controls for animal experiments at Neuralink. Blumenauer expressed concerns about alleged animal testing violations and requested an explanation from the FDA. Neuralink has not responded to these inquiries. Other brain implant companies, such as Synchron and Blackrock Neurotech, have also conducted human testing with their devices.

Trump brags he leaked Elon Musk drug story to NYT

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1d ago

Trump brags he leaked Elon Musk drug story to NYT

Donald Trump claimed to friends that he orchestrated a New York Times story on Elon Musk's alleged drug use, igniting a personal feud between the two. This feud escalated over Trump's proposed spending bill, which Musk opposes. Trump suggested he had insider knowledge about Musk’s drug use, while Musk denied the claims. The tensions have become serious, with Musk contemplating the formation of a new political party to challenge Trump's spending agenda.

Elon Musk's company directors feel an 'expectation' to use drugs with him to avoid upsetting the billionaire, report says

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Elon Musk's company directors feel an 'expectation' to use drugs with him to avoid upsetting the billionaire, report says

According to The Wall Street Journal, Elon Musk has created a culture of peer pressure among his friends and business associates, encouraging drug use. Musk has been seen using ketamine and liquid ecstasy at parties, and current and former directors of his companies have also used drugs with him. This drug use has created a culture of fear, as those close to Musk worry about losing their wealth and social status if they refuse to partake. Musk's reported drug use has caused concerns among directors and executives, with some choosing not to stand for reelection or worrying about his behavior during meetings.

Elon Musk's cousin was once found 'basically sobbing' in Twitter HQ over fears he'd be fired, author says

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Elon Musk's cousin was once found 'basically sobbing' in Twitter HQ over fears he'd be fired, author says

Elon Musk's cousin, James Musk, was allegedly found in tears at Twitter's headquarters, fearing that he would be fired, according to author Ben Mezrich's new book "Breaking Twitter". Mezrich reveals that a former Twitter executive stumbled upon James Musk in a soundproof phone booth, describing him as overwhelmed and terrified of his own cousin. James Musk was brought into Twitter after Elon Musk acquired the company, and he was known for assisting Elon Musk with various tasks. Representatives for James Musk and Elon Musk have not commented on the matter.

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