- St. Clair’s podcast launch is a direct response to financial instability caused by the custody battle.
- Musk denies withholding child support but acknowledges substantial financial transfers.
- Paternity confirmation has not led to Musk’s public acknowledgment of Romulus.
- Legal proceedings focus on custody and support, with St. Clair seeking sole responsibility.
Elon Musk’s ex-partner, Ashley St. Clair, has publicly claimed she faces eviction from her New York City apartment amid an ongoing custody dispute over their son, Romulus.
The conservative influencer revealed her financial struggles during the debut episode of her new podcast, citing a year of “unplanned career suicide” and controversial life choices. This article explores the key developments in their legal battle, Musk’s responses, and the broader implications for their child.
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Ashley St. Clair’s Podcast Launch and Financial Struggles
St. Clair announced her podcast, Bad Advice with Ashley St. Clair, on August 18, 2025, via Musk’s social media platform, X. She framed the venture as a response to her dire financial situation, humorously noting it was her only alternative to multi-level marketing schemes. During the episode, she stated:
“Well, after a year of unplanned career suicide, many questionable life choices, and a gap in my LinkedIn profile that cannot legally be explained, I’ve decided to start a podcast”
Her candid admission highlighted the impact of the custody battle on her career stability and economic well-being.
The Eviction Claim and Sponsorship Deal
In the same podcast episode, St. Clair revealed her impending eviction from her $15,000-a-month NYC apartment. To mitigate this, she accepted a $10,000 sponsorship from Polymarket, a cryptocurrency-based prediction platform, for an ad read. She remarked:
“I’m getting evicted and Polymarket offered me $10,000 to do an ad read, so with that, the roof over my head has been brought to you by Polymarket”
This move underscores her reliance on unconventional methods to sustain herself and her son during the legal dispute.
Elon Musk’s Child Support Dispute
St. Clair accused Musk of reducing child support payments by 60%, exacerbating her financial woes. She claimed this was retaliation for her public disclosure of their son’s paternity. In a March 2025 statement, Musk disputed these allegations, writing on X:
“Despite not knowing for sure, I have given Ashley $2.5M and am sending her $500k/year”
However, St. Clair fired back, asserting that the funds were intended for their son’s welfare and that Musk’s actions were punitive.
Paternity Controversy and Legal Actions
Though a paternity test reportedly confirmed a 99.9999% probability that Musk is the father, he has publicly expressed uncertainty. St. Clair filed for sole custody in New York Supreme Court, alleging Musk had only met their son three times and showed no interest in custody. She emphasized:
“I don’t want my son to feel like he’s a secret”,
referring to Musk’s alleged offer of $15 million and monthly payments for secrecy.
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Last Updated on August 20, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
