Elon Musk Donates Millions to Boost GOP Ahead of 2026 Midterms

by | Jun 26, 2026

Elon Musk has contributed $85.1 million to political groups supporting President Trump and Republican candidates ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

 

The largest share of Musk’s political spending, nearly $49.8 million, went to America PAC, a Musk-backed political action committee that primarily supports Republican candidates. He also donated $10 million each to the Congressional Leadership Fund, which backs Republican House candidates, and the Senate Leadership Fund, which supports Republican Senate campaigns.

 

 

Source: WAPO

 

 

 

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