Elon Musk Addresses Black Eye with Humor
During an Oval Office farewell event, Elon Musk appeared with a noticeable black eye, sparking curiosity among attendees. When asked about the cause, Musk playfully remarked, "I wasn't anywhere near France," making a light-hearted reference to a viral video involving French President Emmanuel Macron.
Context Behind Musk's Comment
The remark alluded to a widely circulated clip showing President Macron apparently being pushed aside by his wife, Brigitte Macron, while disembarking from a plane in Vietnam. In the video, Brigitte's hands appear to nudge Macron’s face, a moment that stirred significant social media discussion. Macron later described this incident as a joke.
True Cause of the Black Eye
Musk clarified that the black eye resulted from playful interaction with his five-year-old son, X AE A-12, affectionately called "Lil' X." He explained, "I was just horsing around with Lil' X, and I said, 'go ahead punch me in the face,' and he did. It turns out even a five-year-old’s punch leaves a mark."
Reactions from Prominent Leaders
Former U.S. President Donald Trump, also present at the event, weighed in humorously on the Macron video by suggesting, "Make sure the door remains closed," quipping, "That was not good." He reassured that Macron and his wife were fine and shared having spoken to the French leader after the video gained attention, describing the couple as "good people."
Ongoing Public Scrutiny of Elon Musk
The sendoff coincided with renewed media scrutiny of Musk, including reports alleging drug use during the 2024 campaign trail. Claims surfaced regarding the use of substances such as ketamine, ecstasy, and mushrooms, with suggestions that Musk traveled with a pillbox. While those reports mentioned possible health impacts, there was no confirmation of drug use during his government role.
In response, Musk issued a statement emphatically denying ongoing drug use, stating, "To be clear, I am not a drug user. The reports were false." He acknowledged past use of prescription ketamine for managing mental health but confirmed no recent consumption.
