Elon Musk Denies Using Ketamine in Response to Bizarre Spoon Balancing Video on X

Elon Musk pushed back forcefully this weekend against allegations circulating online and in recent media reports that he has been using the anesthetic drug ketamine. The billionaire entrepreneur addressed growing speculation after a video resurfaced showing him balancing spoons during a dinner at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida. The clip, initially filmed in March, prompted some social media users and commentators to question Musk’s sobriety and speculate about possible drug use.

“I’m not on ketamine ffs,” Musk responded publicly after the video gained traction online. He dismissed the accusations, even noting the apparent discomfort of Secret Service agents visible in the footage, which some critics had pointed to as evidence of unusual behavior. Musk’s denial comes amid a swirl of rumors fueled by his high-profile appearances and outspoken social media presence.

The renewed interest in Musk’s health and habits follows the publication of a report earlier this week. That report claimed Musk had “juggled drugs and family drama” while participating in campaign events, specifically suggesting that excessive ketamine use had led to health complications, including bladder issues. Additionally, the piece highlighted what it described as erratic conduct, an allegation that supporters of Musk have attributed to his well-publicized Asperger’s diagnosis rather than any substance misuse.

The controversy spilled over into the political arena on Friday during a White House news conference. When asked about these claims by a member of the press, Musk responded with sarcasm and skepticism, sharply questioning the credibility of the reporting publication. “Is that the same organization that got a Pulitzer Prize for false reporting on Russiagate?” Musk remarked, referencing past criticism of the outlet’s coverage, while President Donald Trump, seated beside him, voiced his agreement.

Musk went further, alleging that the news organization might be compelled to return its Pulitzer Prize due to judicial findings related to previous reporting, and quickly moved to shut down the line of questioning. These comments underscore Musk’s frustration with what he characterizes as ongoing media misrepresentation and sensationalism surrounding his personal life and business dealings.

The episode raises broader questions about the intensity of public scrutiny faced by high-profile figures such as Musk, especially in an election year where his statements and actions frequently ripple across social media and news cycles. While Musk continues to engage with critics directly, he maintains that allegations of drug abuse are unfounded and serve only as distractions from more substantive discussions about technology, policy, and innovation.