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Newly Released Emails Show Elon Musk Asked Epstein About Wildest Parties on His Island

DOJ document dump reveals more extensive communications between Tesla CEO and convicted sex offender than previously disclosed

Nonepaper Staff3 min read📰 2 sources
The Department of Justice massive release of Jeffrey Epstein files has exposed previously unknown communications between Elon Musk and the convicted sex offender, including an email in which Musk asked Epstein about the wildest party on his private island. The revelations contradict Musk previous denials about the extent of his relationship with Epstein.

According to documents obtained by 404 Media and The Guardian from the latest DOJ document dump, Musk emailed Epstein on November 11, 2012 asking: What day/night will be the wildest party on your island?

The files also show the pair corresponding in December 2013 to coordinate plans for Musk to visit Little St. James, Epstein private island in the Caribbean.

These revelations directly contradict Musk September statement that reports of his planned visits to the island were false. At the time, he tweeted this is false in response to Forbes reporting about his connection to Epstein.

The emails emerge as Musk serves as a close advisor to President Trump and runs X, the social media platform that has faced criticism for its content moderation policies.

Musk has not yet responded to the latest document release.

Analysis

Why This Matters

Elon Musk is currently the world richest person and serves as a key advisor to President Trump through his role leading the Department of Government Efficiency. His credibility and judgment are matters of public concern.

Background

The DOJ released over three million pages of Epstein documents earlier today. Multiple high-profile figures have been exposed through these files.

Key Perspectives

Musk has repeatedly denied any meaningful relationship with Epstein, calling previous reports false. These emails appear to contradict those denials directly.

What to Watch

Whether Musk responds to these specific emails and whether they impact his role in the Trump administration.

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