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"Pressure to Take Drugs with Elon Musk: Inside the Tesla Boardroom"

Some Tesla board members reportedly felt pressured to take drugs with CEO Elon Musk, with concerns raised about the close personal and financial ties between directors and Musk, including parties, vacations, and large investments in each other's companies. The report also highlighted concerns about Musk's alleged drug use, including cocaine, ecstasy, LSD, magic mushrooms, and prescription ketamine, with some board members and friends feeling pressure to partake in drug use at parties. Despite these allegations, Musk has denied the need for rehab, and both Tesla and SpaceX have not responded to requests for comment. The potential impact of Musk's and board members' alleged drug use on the companies includes concerns about erratic behavior, legal violations, exposure to blackmail, and potential effects on government contracts and security clearances.