Official in charge of Fort Knox $400,000,000,000 gold supply responds to Elon Musk’s claims the gold could have gone missing
A ‘live video walkthrough’ is what Elon Musk is advocating for in order to verify that the gold is indeed present.
An official overseeing the $400 billion gold reserve at Fort Knox has responded to Elon Musk’s bold claims suggesting the gold may have been stolen. The remarks from Musk have sparked intrigue and speculation, prompting a firm rebuttal from those in charge of safeguarding one of the world’s most secure treasures.
Musk’s Shocking Claims: Has Fort Knox’s Gold Vanished?
Since stepping in as the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—a team President Trump insists will act as an external advisor on federal spending—Elon Musk has been making waves with audacious claims about government expenditures. Though DOGE isn’t officially a government agency, Musk has wasted no time slashing budgets, terminating contracts, and laying off employees across various departments.
Now, the Tesla CEO has escalated his scrutiny, turning his attention to one of the most closely guarded assets in American history—the gold reserves at Fort Knox. Taking to his own social media platform, formerly known as Twitter, Musk sparked controversy by questioning whether the U.S. government’s legendary gold stockpile is still intact.
“Who is confirming that gold was not stolen from Fort Knox?” Musk posted on Monday, February 17, igniting a firestorm of speculation. His cryptic remarks have left many wondering—could one of the most secure vaults on Earth have been compromised?
Musk Demands Proof of Fort Knox Gold, Treasury Secretary Responds
Elon Musk isn’t backing down from his bold claims about the U.S. government’s spending—and now he’s questioning whether the legendary gold reserves at Fort Knox even exist.
“It’s possible that it’s there, but it’s also possible that it’s not,” Musk wrote on social media, adding, “The gold belongs to the American people! If it’s still there, we’d like to hear about it.”
Taking it a step further, the Tesla and SpaceX CEO demanded a “live video walkthrough” to confirm the gold’s presence. His remarks sent shockwaves through the public and prompted a response from President Trump, who addressed the matter in a press briefing.
“We hope everything is fine with Fort Knox, but we are going to go there… to make sure the gold is there. If it’s not, we’re going to be very disappointed.”
With speculation swirling, Treasury Secretary Scott Besent stepped in to set the record straight.
“I can assure you that we conduct an audit annually,” Besent stated in an interview with Bloomberg. “There is a report dated September 30, 2024, confirming that all the gold is present. Any U.S. senator interested in verifying it is welcome to visit.”
Musk Clashes with NASA Astronaut Over Bold SpaceX Claim
Musk’s controversial week didn’t stop at Fort Knox. He also found himself in a heated exchange with a NASA astronaut after making a shocking claim about space travel.
The billionaire alleged that NASA astronauts Sunita “Suni” Williams and Barry “Butch” Wilmore had been left stranded in orbit “for political reasons.” The claim was swiftly challenged by one of the astronauts, sparking yet another public showdown.
With Musk doubling down on his statements and government officials pushing back, one thing is certain—his relentless scrutiny of federal institutions is making waves at the highest levels.
Musk and Astronaut Clash Over SpaceX Controversy
Elon Musk has once again ignited controversy—this time with former SpaceX pilot and astronaut Andreas Mogensen, who called out Musk for spreading false information about NASA’s latest mission.
Musk had previously claimed that astronauts Sunita “Suni” Williams and Barry “Butch” Wilmore were left stranded in orbit “for political reasons” and that SpaceX had offered to bring them home months ago, but the Biden administration refused.
Mogensen didn’t hold back in his response, blasting Musk’s statement as a blatant lie.
“What a lie. And this comes from someone who constantly complains about dishonesty in the media.”
Musk’s shocking reaction only fueled the fire. He fired back with a written response that stunned many:
“You are completely r.”*
“It would have been possible for SpaceX to bring them back months ago. I made this offer directly to the Biden administration, and they declined. The delay was imposed due to political considerations. The idiot.”
Mogensen quickly responded with a measured but firm rebuttal, challenging Musk’s narrative:
“Elon, I have admired you for a long time and what you have accomplished, particularly at SpaceX and Tesla.”
“But you and I both know that Butch and Suni are returning with Crew-9. That has been the plan since September 2009. Right now, you are not sending a rescue ship to bring them home.”
With tensions flaring between Musk and former SpaceX insiders, the debate over NASA’s mission and Musk’s claims is far from over.
Mogensen also pointed out a crucial fact that contradicts Musk’s claim—Williams and Wilmore are set to return aboard the Dragon spacecraft, which has been docked at the International Space Station since September of last year.
This mission was planned well in advance, making Musk’s assertion that they were “stranded” appear misleading.
With tensions escalating, the clash between Musk and former SpaceX insiders has sparked a heated debate over the accuracy of his statements and the role of politics in space exploration.
