Elon Musk Distributes Million-Dollar Checks Ahead of Wisconsin Supreme Court Election

Musk's financial giveaways and $20M campaign support for a conservative candidate raise ethical concerns as the election nears.

Elon Musk handed out million-dollar checks to voters in Wisconsin, an action permitted by state courts despite legal challenges from the Democratic Attorney General.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court election on April 1 will decide the court's ideological majority, potentially impacting abortion rights, redistricting, and Tesla's legal disputes.
Musk's America PAC has spent over $20 million supporting conservative candidate Brad Schimel, who is running against liberal candidate Susan Crawford.
Critics, including Crawford, accuse Musk of trying to influence judicial decisions favorable to Tesla, which is engaged in a legal battle over dealership restrictions in Wisconsin.
Musk described the election as critical for advancing Donald Trump's agenda and claimed it holds significant implications for the 'future of civilization.'