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Elon Musk's Black Eye Sparks Altercation Rumors at White House

9/10/2025

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Elon Musk appeared at the White House with a black eye, initially attributing the injury to his son.
Speculation emerged regarding a physical altercation with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Reports indicate a verbal conflict escalated to physical confrontation between Musk and Bessent.
Musk reportedly called Bessent a “fraud,” resulting in a shoulder charge and a punch.
Bessent denied punching Musk but has a history of aggressive behavior.

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Story summary

Elon Musk appeared at the White House with a black eye, initially attributing the injury to his son.
Speculation emerged regarding a physical altercation with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Reports indicate a verbal conflict escalated to physical confrontation between Musk and Bessent.
Musk reportedly called Bessent a “fraud,” resulting in a shoulder charge and a punch.
Bessent denied punching Musk but has a history of aggressive behavior.