Elon Musk Rejects Drug Use Allegations

Elon Musk has publicly denied allegations of drug use, specifically ketamine, following renewed scrutiny from media outlets and online commentators.

The tech billionaire and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX addressed the accusations on X (formerly Twitter), dismissing speculation over his behavior in a viral video as unfounded.

The controversy was reignited after a March 22 post resurfaced showing Musk creating a spaceship-like structure out of utensils during a dinner event.

The original post implied that Musk's behavior was a result of ketamine use. Renowned programmer Paul Graham responded, saying such behavior did not necessarily imply drug use. Musk replied directly to Graham, stating, “I’m not on ketamine,” firmly rejecting the claim.

Shortly thereafter, Musk criticized a New York Times article suggesting he used drugs during a period when he became closely aligned with former U.S. President Donald Trump. The article implied a link between Musk’s alleged drug use and his political affiliations.

The Wall Street Journal previously reported in 2023 that Musk was using ketamine, and in January 2024, it published follow-up claims citing unnamed sources alleging continued use of multiple substances, particularly ketamine.

The reports suggested potential risks not only to Musk’s personal health but also to the performance and stability of the companies he leads.