Musk boosts PAC funding as Obama returns to campaign trail
Elon Musk contributed another $76 million to his PAC, bringing his total support for Republican groups to over $445 million. Former President Barack Obama returned to the campaign trail, criticizing the administration as the midterms approach.
Elon Musk contributed another $76 million to his political action committee, bringing his total contributions to Republican groups this cycle to more than $445 million. The PAC has spent over $12 million attacking Texas Democratic candidate James Tallarico, who is campaigning against Musk's influence in the state. Tallarico has accused Musk of seeking control over local resources and political appointments. The U.S. midterms are one week away, with Democrats leading in polls but facing concerns about post-election federal interference.
Former President Barack Obama returned to the campaign trail, accusing Donald Trump of bringing chaos, cruelty, and corruption, and criticizing White House renovations. Obama's involvement is seen as adding 10 to 15 basis points to Democratic candidates' chances. Meanwhile, the Justice Department filed a lawsuit at Trump's request to block certification of the Alaska Senate race if the Republican incumbent loses. Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that Trump is not trying to take over state elections. The political landscape remains tense as both sides mobilize for the upcoming vote.