# Elon Musk's Texas Businesses Under Scrutiny After Democratic Win

> Democrats' sweeping election victory threatens Elon Musk's Texas operations as scrutiny intensifies.
- Title: Elon Musk's Texas Businesses Under Scrutiny After Democratic…
- Summary: Democrats' sweeping election victory threatens Elon Musk's Texas operations as scrutiny intensifies. Elon Musk's Texas businesses face increased oversight…
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- Source: Houstonchronicle — https://houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/space/article/elon-musk-democrats-election-22511704.php
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## Elon Musk's Texas Operations
Elon Musk backed Republicans in the midterm election and moved companies to Texas.
## Musk's Election Efforts
Musk spent over $200 million to keep Texas red during the midterm elections.
## Democratic Victory Impact
Democrats won sweeping victories including ending Republican control in Texas.
## State Projects
SpaceX builds rockets in South Texas while Tesla refines lithium in Corpus Christi.
## Oversight Concerns
Governor-Elect Hinojosa filed lawsuit to access Musk-Abbott emails and criticized political contributions.
## Key takeaway

Elon Musk's Texas businesses face increased oversight following Democrats' national election victories.