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Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, made a controversial statement on social media platform X on Monday, claiming that administering certain hormone treatments to individuals with mental illness significantly raises the risk of murder and suicide. Musk's post, which referenced a tweet by @visegrad24, did not provide specific data or sources to support his assertion. The comment has drawn sharp criticism from medical professionals and LGBTQ+ advocates, who argue that such claims lack scientific backing and could stigmatize hormone therapies used in gender-affirming care.
The statement comes amid ongoing debates about the safety and efficacy of hormone treatments, particularly for transgender individuals. Medical organizations, including the American Medical Association and the American Psychological Association, have generally supported gender-affirming care as medically necessary, citing studies that show improved mental health outcomes. Musk's tweet has been flagged by some users as misinformation, though it remains visible on the platform. This is not the first time Musk has weighed in on social and medical topics, often blending his roles as a tech entrepreneur and a prominent public figure with a massive online following.
👇 Original Post on X
Giving rage-inducing hormones to mentally ill people obviously greatly increases risk of murder and suicide
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June 22, 2026