Was It The Drugs?

Remember him prancing on stage, and then fuckin' around with a chain saw, and the Nazi salute, and how he had his 4-year-old son in the Oval Office talkin' shit to Trump?



Elon Musk allegedly took large amounts of drugs including ketamine while advising Trump

Doge head at times took psychoactive drugs daily - including ketamine, ecstasy, and mushrooms, according to NYT

Elon Musk engaged in extensive drug consumption while serving as one of Donald Trump’s closest advisers, taking ketamine so frequently it caused bladder problems and traveling with a daily supply of approximately 20 pills, according to claims made to the New York Times.

The world’s richest man regularly consumed ketamine, ecstasy and psychedelic mushrooms during his rise to political prominence, anonymous sources familiar with his activities told the Times. His drug use reportedly intensified as he donated $275M to Trump’s presidential campaign and later wielded significant power through his role spearheading the “department of government efficiency”, or Doge.

Musk announced his departure from government service on Wednesday evening, months after exhibiting erratic behavior including insulting cabinet members and making a Nazi-like salute at a political rally.

Ecstasy is classified by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) as a Schedule I controlled substance with no accepted medical use, making it entirely prohibited for federal employees – though Musk has been classified as a “special government employee” and not subject to the same stringent rules as a regular employee.

While ketamine can be legally prescribed as a Schedule III substance, recreational use or mixing it with other drugs would probably violate federal workplace policies.

The Doge leader developed what those sources described to the Times as a serious ketamine habit, consuming the powerful anesthetic sometimes daily rather than the “small amount” taken “about once every two weeks” he claimed in interviews. “If you’ve used too much ketamine, you can’t really get work done, and I have a lot of work,” Musk previously told journalist Don Lemon in March 2024, downplaying his consumption.

However, by spring last year, the Times reports that Musk was telling associates his ketamine use was affecting his bladder – a known consequence of chronic abuse of the drug, which has psychedelic properties and can cause dissociation from reality, according to the DEA.

His regular medication box contained pills bearing Adderall markings alongside other substances, according to sources with the Times who have seen photographs of the container.

It remains unclear whether Musk was under the influence during his time at the White House, where he attended sensitive meetings with foreign leaders and held power over federal spending cuts.

When asked for comment on the reporting and whether Musk did any drug tests, White House spokesperson Harrison Fields skirted the question, saying that Musk “has accomplished more for American taxpayers than many career politicians”.

“Few CEOs in America would leave the comfort of the C-suite to serve in the federal government,” Fields said in a statement. “Yet Elon Musk did just that, joining the Trump Administration’s efforts to cut waste, fraud and abuse. DOGE and its core mission is now embedded in the fabric of the federal government and continues to drive efficiency and save taxpayer dollars.”

SpaceX maintains strict drug-free workplace policies for employees due to its government contracts. However, those insiders tell the Times that Musk received advance warning of random drug tests – undermining their effectiveness.

Popular podcaster and public intellectual Sam Harris, who publicly ended his friendship with Musk, wrote in a January newsletter: “There is something seriously wrong with his moral compass, if not his perception of reality.”

BTW (google search):

Drug testing for White House employees is a complex issue with a history of evolving policies and practices. Here's a breakdown of the key aspects:

1. Mandatory Drug Testing:

• Executive Order 12564: Issued in 1986, this order mandates a drug-free federal workplace and authorizes drug testing for federal employees, including those in the Executive Office of the President.
• Testing Designated Positions (TDPs): White House positions deemed sensitive (e.g., those with security clearances) are subject to random drug testing, as well as testing based on reasonable suspicion, accidents, and follow-up from rehabilitation programs.

2. Types of Drug Tests:

• Random Testing: Employees in TDPs are randomly selected for drug tests.
• Reasonable Suspicion Testing: Testing is conducted when there is a reasonable basis to suspect drug use by an employee.
• Accident/Unsafe Practice Testing: Drug tests are administered following accidents or unsafe practices potentially linked to drug use.
• Applicant Testing: Some positions require pre-employment drug testing.
• Follow-up Testing: Employees who have undergone drug treatment or rehabilitation may be subject to follow-up testing.

3. Substances Tested For:

• The standard drug testing panel typically includes marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and phencyclidine (PCP).

4. Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

• The White House offers an EAP to support employees struggling with substance abuse.
• Employees who voluntarily admit to drug use and seek help through the EAP may avoid disciplinary action, provided they refrain from further drug use.

5. Confidentiality:

• Drug testing records and results are kept confidential, with access limited to authorized personnel, such as the Medical Review Officer (MRO), EAP staff, and relevant management officials.

6. Disciplinary Actions:

• Employees found to be using illegal drugs may face disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

7. Recent Changes and Considerations:

• Marijuana Policy: There has been some discussion and adjustments regarding the White House's policy on past marijuana use by employees, with potential waivers and pledges to abstain from future use being considered.
• Impact of Reclassification of Cannabis: It's unclear how potential federal reclassification of cannabis may affect drug testing policies for White House and other federal employees.
• In summary, drug testing is a significant aspect of White House employment, particularly for those in sensitive positions. The White House aims to maintain a drug-free workplace while also providing support for employees seeking help with substance abuse.