Elon Musk gambled $445 million to boost Republicans in the midterms. It came up short
Summary
Elon Musk spent at least $445 million supporting Republicans in the midterms, but Republicans lost control of Congress and suffered major defeats in Texas, where Musk had also backed candidates. Democrats campaigned against Musk’s influence and his companies’ government benefits, and said they planned closer scrutiny of his businesses and government work.Key Facts
- The article says Musk spent at least $445 million to help Republicans retain control of Congress.
- Republicans lost control of Congress in the midterm elections.
- Musk spent at least $5 million supporting Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, who lost to Democrat Gina Hinojosa.
- Democrat James Talarico defeated Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the U.S. Senate race.
- Musk’s spending effectively benefited Paxton’s campaign by $158 million, according to the article.
- Democrats won control of the Texas House and the state’s U.S. Senate seats, according to the article.
- More than half of Texas voters surveyed by the AP Voter Poll said they viewed Musk unfavorably.
- Democrats said they may pursue subpoenas and investigations into Musk, his companies, and his work at the Department of Government Efficiency.
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