"After many sessions of intense therapy I have come to understand that, through my words and deeds, I have caused harm to many people because of traits outside of their control, such as their race, their gender identity, or their financial circumstances." Mr. Musk said during an exclusive interview with Hexbear.

"I understand now that what I have done and said is wrong on so, so many levels. I truly don't think I will ever be able to forgive myself, and I don't blame you if you can't forgive me.

"Please support the Democratic Party this election season to bring sanity back to America."