Elon Musk Allocates $2 Million to Influence Voters for Conservative Supreme Court Candidate

In a significant move on Sunday, March 30, 2025, Elon Musk distributed two checks worth $1 million each in an effort to sway voters towards supporting the conservative candidate, Brad Simmel, for a seat on Wisconsin’s Supreme Court. As the head of Tesla and X, and advisor to former President Donald Trump, Musk emphasized the importance of these elections during a gathering in Green Bay, on the shores of Lake Michigan. He further announced plans to offer $20 to Wisconsin voters for every person they convince to vote for Simmel. While traditionally non-partisan, these elections are seen as a referendum on Donald Trump’s presidency. Musk warned that losing could lead to significant changes in electoral districts, potentially costing Republicans seats in the local House of Representatives. This donation is reminiscent of Musk’s tactics during the 2024 presidential election campaign when he organized a lottery offering daily prizes of $1 million to registered voters supporting conservative policies. Despite legal challenges from Wisconsin’s Democratic Attorney General, Josh Kaul, the state Supreme Court allowed Musk’s initiative to proceed. Musk has spent over $250 million from his personal fortune aiding Trump’s election, more than any other individual donor.