Elon Musk Departs Amid Drug Allegations, Controversy

Elon Musk left his position as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) amid reports from the New York Times alleging extensive drug use, including daily ketamine, ecstasy, psychedelic mushrooms, and Adderall, leading to health and behavioral concerns. At his White House farewell press conference, Musk dismissed the allegations as 'fake news' and attributed his visible black eye to playing with his son, though speculation about its cause circulated online. President Trump publicly praised Musk's service and minimized the significance of the drug allegations, stating he was not aware of such behavior. Musk claimed to have saved $1 trillion through cost-cutting measures, but subsequent audits found the actual savings to be lower. The reports of drug use, erratic conduct, and discrepancies in his performance have fueled ongoing scrutiny of Musk's fitness for major government roles. His tenure ended amid controversy and heightened public and media attention.