Musk Claims Epstein Orchestrated Tesla Short Campaign, Got Bill Gates to Bet 1%

• Elon Musk alleges Jeffrey Epstein initiated a massive short campaign against Tesla and convinced Bill Gates to take a 1% short position when the company was valued at $40 billion.
• Musk made the claim on X without presenting evidence, stating Epstein was 'really upset' after being ghosted.
• The allegation coincides with the DOJ's release of millions of Epstein-related records, which name prominent figures including Musk and Gates.
• Previously released emails show Epstein invited Musk to his island and Caribbean parties in 2012-2013, which Musk claims he declined.
• Bill Gates has acknowledged shorting Tesla in the past, but there is no public evidence linking Epstein to Gates' investment decisions.