Elon Musk, the owner of X as well as the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has always stayed in the headlines for various reasons. He was recently one of the most discussed personalities in the United States due to his association with the Trump administration. However, this time, a blackened eye is what landed Elon Musk in public speculation. In the recent White House Farewell Event, the SpaceX CEO appeared with a black eye, which drew significant attention. If you are someone who wants to know more about Elon Musk’s black eye at the White House farewell event, the following article is for you.
Elon Musk Explains How He Got A Black Eye
Musk’s black eye at the White House appearance this Friday sparked several questions among the masses as well as the reporters present. When questioned, Elon humorously explained how he got the black eye when he was horsing around with his 5-year-old son X. He mentioned that he jokingly told X to punch him in the face, and he did. Musk also added further that he did not initially feel the punch. However, the bruise around his eye appeared afterward. President Trump, who was also attending the event, sounded amused and asked Musk if X did it. Later, he also added that if you know X, you would know he can actually do it.
Elon Musk Playfully Refers To The Emmanuel Macron Incident
When asked about his bruise, Elon Musk also responded with his usual dry humor, mentioning that he wasn’t anywhere near France. This was a playful reference to the incident that unfolded earlier this week when the President of France, Emanuel Macron, was apparently slapped by his wife. The comment drew several laughs from the surrounding people.
White House Farewell Event Overshadowed By Drug Use Allegations
Just before Elon Musk’s appearance during the White House farewell event, a New York Times report accusing Musk of drug use attracted significant attention. The news from the New York Times detailed report explained how Musk is allegedly using Ketamine in concerning amounts. Elon Musk previously accepted that he does use Ketamine per his prescription. However, the article resulted in intensified scrutiny surrounding Musk and his alleged drug use. His farewell event at the White House ended up getting overshadowed by the allegations.
What Did Elon Musk Say About The Drug Use Allegations?
Elon Musk did not directly address the report from the New York Times but jabbed the publication for its false reporting. In his statement, he mentioned that the New York Times is the same publication that received a Pulitzer Prize for a false report on Russiagate. He also mentioned how a judge actually ruled against the New York Times for the false reporting related to the Russiagate hoax. Elon also mentioned that the publication might have to return the Pulitzer Prize as well. His remarks managed to attract significant attention but did not clarify anything.
Public Reactions To Elon Musk Black Eye
As soon as the pictures of Elon Musk appearing at the White House event with a blackened eye went viral on social media, the internet flooded with playful reactions and speculations. One of the users on X took a playful jab at how it seems Elon Musk has been punched straight in the face, and it might explain his delayed talk.
