US Justice Department Releases Over Three Million Epstein Documents
The emails were part of more than three million documents released by the US Justice Department, covering Epstein’s yearslong criminal investigation and the documents also include multiple exchanges between Epstein, Musk, and their assistants.
Epstein Files Shows: Jeffrey Epstein Contacted Elon Musk About Visiting His Private Island
In one email from November 2012, Epstein asked Musk, “How many people will you be for the heli to island,” to which the Tesla CEO replied he would need just two seats, for himself and his then-partner, Tallulah Riley, as per a Business Insider report. Musk also inquired, “What day/night will be the wildest party on your island?”
Did Elon Musk Ever Visit Epstein’s Island
However, it is unknown whether Musk ever made the trips.
Musk has consistently stated that he declined invitations to Epstein’s island and has not been accused of wrongdoing. He previously told Vanity Fair that he met Epstein once at his Manhattan home with Riley for about 30 minutes while she was curious about him for a novel she was writing. He said previously that, “We did not see anything inappropriate at all, apart from weird art. He tried repeatedly to get me to visit his island. I declined,” as quoted by Business Insider.
Emails Reveal Elon Musk Discussed Potential Trips in 2012 and 2014
The newly released emails indicate Musk had discussed visits to Epstein’s island at least twice. In December 2013, Musk wrote to Epstein about being in the British Virgin Islands and St. Bart’s area over the holidays, asking, “Is there a good time to visit?” Epstein suggested the first week of January, and Musk appeared to confirm a visit for January 2, 2014, as per the Business Insider report.Also read: New Epstein files released today by US Department of Justice: Why Trump, Robin Leach and Ghislaine Maxwell are named in DOJ documents
Elon Musk and Jeffrey Epstein Planned Meetings at SpaceX and Milken Institute Conference
Other emails from early 2013 show Epstein attempting to arrange meetings with Musk at SpaceX’s offices in California. Musk’s personal assistant suggested dates, and Epstein’s assistant confirmed plans. It is not clear whether these meetings actually occurred, and Musk has said Epstein never toured SpaceX facilities.
Epstein’s Lighthearted Messages About Fun and Musk’s Work Schedule
In a separate exchange in early March 2013, Epstein directly messaged Musk with a lighthearted note: “now its time for fun.” Musk replied that he was busy with work at Tesla and SpaceX. Epstein responded with advice about getting more sleep, suggesting it would benefit Tesla, but Musk maintained that his productivity peaked with about six to six and a half hours of sleep.
Epstein Asked Musk About SolarCity for His Caribbean and New Mexico Properties
The emails also show Epstein inquiring about SolarCity, a solar company later acquired by Tesla. In September 2012, Epstein asked if anyone at SolarCity could help “electrify the Caribbean island” or his New Mexico ranch.
Epstein’s Convictions and Death in 2019
Epstein died by suicide in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex-trafficking charges, he had previously registered as a pedophile in 2008 after pleading guilty to lesser offenses.
FAQs
Did Elon Musk ever visit Jeffrey Epstein’s island?
It’s unclear. Emails show plans were discussed, but there’s no confirmation Musk went.
Did Epstein try to involve Musk in business matters?
Yes, in 2012 he inquired about SolarCity helping to “electrify” his Caribbean island and New Mexico ranch.
