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Elon Musk, here addressing journalists alongside Donald Trump in the Oval Office, Washington, May 30, 2025.
On May 30, 2025, the world witnessed what is likely to be the last joint press conference of Donald Trump and Elon Musk from the iconic Oval Office. During this interaction, Trump made sure to commend the CEO of SpaceX , Tesla , and X for his contributions while Musk expressed a desire to remain his “friend” and “advisor.”
This moment took an unexpected turn, as Musk appeared at the conference with a noticeable black eye . It was only at the end of the press conference that a journalist brought up the curious mark on Musk’s face.
In response, Musk jokingly referenced a recent viral video showing *Emmanuel Macron* playfully pushed away by *Brigitte Macron* during an official trip. Musk quipped, “I wasn’t in France,” before identifying the culprit as his own 5-year-old son , Lil X .
“I was playing with him and told him to hit me in the face, and he did,” Musk recounted, adding, “Lil X can definitely do it; if you knew him, you’d understand,” as noted by *Donald Trump*, who backed up Musk’s story during the conference. According to *Le Figaro*, this surprising turn of events added a light-hearted moment to what was otherwise a serious press briefing.
Musk Addresses Drug Allegations
Lil X, often seen perched on Musk’s shoulders at various events, is also known for his playful antics during press interactions. At the White House, Musk took the opportunity to address allegations about his supposed drug use as reported by the *New York Times*. These allegations claimed he consumed significant amounts of ketamine , along with ecstasy , psychedelic mushrooms , and other substances.
Rather than directly addressing the drug allegations, Musk redirected the focus onto the *New York Times*, labeling them as propagators of “lies” regarding his relationship with *Russia* and Trump. “Is that the ‘New York Times’ we’re talking about? Let’s move on,” he stated dismissively.
When a reporter asked Trump if he was aware of Musk’s alleged drug use , the president replied, “I wasn’t.” He continued, expressing his admiration, “I think Elon is a fantastic guy.” This exchange underscores the complex relationship between these two influential figures, highlighting both camaraderie and the cloud of controversy surrounding Musk.
The scrutiny Musk faces is far from negligible and includes media speculation about his mental state and decision-making. Questions have been raised about how these alleged activities might impact his leadership and contributions to technology and society.
Musk has pushed back against critics before, and it remains to be seen how these recent allegations will play out in the public sphere. The audacious nature of his enterprises often invites increased scrutiny, but Musk appears undeterred, focusing his energies on innovation and the ambitious projects ahead.
Whether in the Oval Office or at personal encounters, Musk continues to navigate the world stage with a mix of humor and resilience. Despite the challenges, he remains a pivotal character in the landscape of modern technology and business.