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Claimant: Social Media
Claim: Emails show Elon Musk rejected Jeffrey Epstein’s invitation to his private island.
Rating: FALSE
Explanation: Emails indicate that Musk and Epstein discussed potential visits in 2012 and 2013, but scheduling conflicts prevented the trips. It was Epstein who cancelled the later visit, not Musk rejecting an invitation.
Date: 02/04/2026
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Last Updated on February 4, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check