Incident: Explanation Behind Musk's Black Eye at Farewell; Millionaire Dismisses Allegations of Substance Misuse
In an unexpected encounter at the White House on Friday, billionaire Elon Musk was present, sporting a prominent black eye. The cause of the injury, according to Musk, was a playful incident with his 5-year-old son, X Æ A-Xii. Musk confirmed that while they were horsing around, he welcomed his son's punch, remarking, "even a 5-year-old punching you in the face actually does this."
While speculation about the real cause of the black eye arose following a report from The New York Times alleging Musk's ketamine use, there is currently no direct evidence linking the bruise to drug use in Musk's public statements. Donald Trump, present at the event, seemed unaware of any underlying concerns and didn't suspect any unusual circumstances regarding the black eye.
Despite these developments, Elon Musk marked the end of his role as Trump's cost-cutter-in-chief, being commended by the President for his "incredible service" and receiving a golden key to the White House. Trump insisted that Musk would maintain a continued presence, stating he would be "going back and forth" between his duties and the White House.
The White House Department of Government Efficiency, led by Musk, made significant changes during his four-month tenure, including the elimination of tens of thousands of jobs, the shutdown of entire agencies, and substantial reductions in foreign aid. However, the achievements of Musk's Department fell short of his initial goal of saving $2 trillion dollars, with varying estimates of the amount saved, ranging from $2 billion to $170 billion.
Musk has faced criticism for his actions during his tenure, and his companies, SpaceX, and Tesla, have experienced setbacks, including a series of rocket failures for SpaceX and slumping sales for Tesla, leading to calls for Musk to return to his roles within the companies.
Sources:[1] Reuters - Oval Office interview footage (https://www.reuters.com/video/watch/idBvz8hJT5zA)[2] The New York Times - Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and the Black Eye Mystery (https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/31/us/politics/elon-musk-donald-trump-black-eye.html)[3] Washington Post - No drug use connection confirmed between Elon Musk's black eye and ketamine use allegations (https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/05/31/elon-musk-donald-trump-black-eye-ketamine/)
- Despite the ongoing speculation about the real cause of Elon Musk's black eye, his involvement in pop-culture, such as the mystery surrounding his injury at the White House, continues to captivate news headlines.
- While health concerns regarding Elon Musk's well-being have arisen due to allegations of ketamine use, his focus on travel and exploration through SpaceX and Tesla has kept entertainment enthusiasts enthralled.
- The current state of Musk's relationships with celebrities, such as Donald Trump, remains ambiguous, with Trump commending Musk's service in the White House and hinting at a continued partnership.
