NYT Report Alleges Musk's Secret Child, Hush Money

A New York Times exposé has brought new scrutiny to Elon Musk, alleging he secretly fathered a child with an unnamed Japanese pop star and offered his sperm to others as part of an altruistic effort to address falling birth rates. Ashley St. Clair, a conservative commentator and mother of Musk's 14th known child, claims Musk confided in her about fathering children globally and kept their relationship secret through encrypted messages. St. Clair alleges Musk offered her $15 million and $100,000 per month in hush money, which she refused, prompting a paternity suit and Musk's request for a gag order. The report also revisits longstanding allegations of Musk's heavy drug use and details his ongoing custody disputes with other partners, including musician Grimes. While the identity of the Japanese pop star remains undisclosed, the story has drawn attention in Japan, though mainstream outlets there have been cautious in their coverage. These ongoing revelations further complicate public perceptions of Musk's personal life and conduct.