Musk Announces who can attend the talks
Musk announced that there is no attendance fee, however, he said that the attendees must have voted in Pennsylvania.
“If you’d like to attend one of my talks, there’s no attendance fee. You just need to have signed our petition supporting free speech & right to bear arms & have voted in this election. To clarify, you need have voted in Pennsylvania,” he posted on X.
Musk gave $75 million to pro-Trump group
Recent federal disclosures revealed that Musk contributed $75 million to America PAC, a political action committee (PAC) backing Trump’s campaign. The PAC spent around $72 million between July and September, primarily focusing on voter turnout efforts in contested states like Pennsylvania. According to filings, Musk was the sole donor to America PAC during this period, making him one of the largest financial backers of Trump’s re-election campaign.
Critical Role in Trump’s Campaign Strategy
America PAC is dedicated to mobilizing Trump supporters who are less likely to vote in the upcoming election. The PAC, which started its operations later than other pro-Trump groups, has faced challenges in hiring and managing contractors for door-to-door canvassing efforts. Despite these setbacks, the organization remains critical to Trump’s grassroots voter engagement strategy, especially in swing states.
Musk’s Shift in Political Allegiance
Musk’s political shift has been a significant development in this election cycle. In July, he publicly endorsed Trump and appeared alongside him at a Pennsylvania rally earlier this month. “I will be giving a series of talks throughout Pennsylvania,” Musk said in a recent post on X, formerly known as Twitter. His support for Trump underscores the billionaire’s increasing influence within Republican circles, aligning him with other major conservative donors like banking heir Timothy Mellon and casino magnate Miriam Adelson.
America PAC Faces Operational Challenges
Despite Musk’s substantial financial backing, America PAC has encountered difficulties in organizing voter outreach. The PAC has struggled with hiring door-knocking teams in key battleground states, largely because it began its operations later than other groups. The PAC also faced internal issues, including the firing of two major contractors since July. According to sources familiar with the matter, these challenges have impacted its voter mobilization efforts.
Musk’s Growing Role Among Republican Mega-Donors
Musk’s donations place him among an elite group of Republican mega-donors. His contributions have played a crucial role in bolstering Trump’s campaign, which relies heavily on outside groups like America PAC for canvassing efforts. Meanwhile, filings showed that other prominent donors, such as Miriam Adelson, contributed significantly to other pro-Trump PACs. Adelson’s $95 million donation to Preserve America PAC highlights the substantial financial support fueling Trump’s re-election bid.
As the election approaches, Musk’s continued involvement is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the outcome, particularly in Pennsylvania, a state seen as critical for both candidates.