Elon Musk, the billionaire behind Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI, has reportedly offered conservative activist Ashley St. Clair $15 million and $100,000 monthly to keep silent about their child until the child turns 21, according to an exclusive Wall Street Journal investigation. St. Clair, who gave birth to Musk’s son Romulus in September 2024, rejected the deal, sparking a financial tug-of-war that has since drawn public attention.
The WSJ report details how Musk, father to at least 14 children with multiple women, uses his wealth to manage his sprawling family through non-disclosure agreements. St. Clair’s refusal to sign the agreement — citing her desire not to make her son feel “illegitimate”— led to repercussions.
Initially offered $100,000 monthly, her support was cut to $40,000 after tabloids pursued a paternity test, which confirmed Musk as the father with 99.9999% probability.
Following the WSJ’s request for Musk’s comment, St. Clair’s payments dropped further to $20,000, a move she claims is retaliatory.
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Musk’s financial empire is stretched across major ventures like Tesla and SpaceX, with Tesla reporting a $19.3 billion revenue in early 2025 — below the expected $21.3 billion—and facing a stock decline of over 50% from its December peak. SpaceX, valued at $350 billion, remains a cornerstone of Musk’s wealth, alongside his 54% stake in xAI, valued at $50 billion.
Yet, a significant portion of Musk’s fortune also goes toward supporting his children’s mothers. The WSJ suggests Musk’s payments to St. Clair alone have amounted to $2.5 million, despite his initial uncertainty about paternity, with similar arrangements reportedly made with other mothers.
The report paints a picture of Musk’s obsession with procreation, driven by his belief in a looming population collapse. His spending reflects this dual focus: billions on futuristic ventures to “save civilization” and millions on family settlements to maintain privacy.
However, St. Clair’s case highlights the tension in Musk’s approach — balancing control with the consequences of public exposure.
As Musk navigates his role as a father and a global innovator, his financial priorities reveal a man investing heavily in both his legacy and his silence.
