Elon Musk Fires Back at NYT’s Drug Use Allegations with Clean Test Results

Billionaire Elon Musk has responded to The New York Times’ allegations of frequent drug use by posting clean drug test results on social media. The test, conducted by Fastest Labs of South Austin, shows negative results for various substances, including ketamine, ecstasy, cocaine, and amphetamines.

Background of the Allegations

The New York Times published a report in late May alleging Musk’s frequent use of ketamine and psychedelics, particularly during his involvement with Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. Musk dismissed the report’s credibility and later shared the clean test results, captioned with a simple “lol”.

Musk’s Rebuttal and Challenge to NYT and WSJ

Musk not only shared the test results but also challenged reporters from The New York Times and Wall Street Journal to undergo drug testing and publish their results. He accused these publications of hypocrisy, stating, “They won’t, because those hypocrites are guilty as sin”.

Reactions and Criticisms

The timing of the test has raised eyebrows, with some pointing out that urine drug tests can only detect substances used within the last 2-10 days. Critics argue that hair follicle tests would provide a more reliable assessment of long-term drug use patterns. The New York Times has also responded, standing by their journalism and stating that Musk’s test results do not contradict their findings .