White House confronted over Elon Musk security clearance and alleged drug use

Elon Musk’s links to the US government are under scrutiny following allegations of illegal drug use. It comes following a Wall Street Journal report that detailed concerns of some executives and board members at Mr Musk’s companies, including Tesla and SpaceX, regarding the billionaire’s use of illegal drugs — including LSD, cocaine, ecstasy, and mushrooms. The report stated Mr Musk had used such drugs at private parties around the world, where nondisclosure agreements are sometimes required to enter. During an Air Force One press gaggle with White House adviser John Kirby on Monday, reporters questioned whether Mr Musk’s alleged drug use could compromise his Pentagon security clearance. The tech mogul’s companies, including SpaceX, which is certified to launch military spy satellites, have a range of government contracts that require Mr Musk to have a Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance. Drug use is prohibited for anyone with a clearance. Mr Musk, who ha