From Vanity Fair · Eve Batey · · 50s
Elon Musk Spent $474 Million on 2026 Midterms
Elon Musk spent $474 million on Republican campaigns during 2026 midterms before falling silent on Election Day.
In brief
Elon Musk spent $474 million on Republican campaigns during 2026 midterms before falling silent on Election Day. Elon Musk spent $474 million on Republican campaigns in the 2026 US midterms but remained silent on Election Day. Originally reported by Vanity Fair.
Musk's Election Spending
Elon Musk spent $474 million on Republican campaigns during the 2026 US midterms.
Musk's Election Activity
Musk shared a tweet urging voters to support red candidates before removing all election-related posts.
Musk's Election Message
Musk removed a tweet warning of potential democratic gains in 2028 before posting about space lasers.
Musk's Election Spending Breakdown
Musk allocated $216 million to his own super PAC, $168 million to pro-republican Senate groups, and $44 million to state efforts.
The key point
Elon Musk spent $474 million on Republican campaigns in the 2026 US midterms but remained silent on Election Day.
