Elon Musk Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Unpaid Canvassers in 2024 Election

A federal lawsuit accuses Musk and America PAC of owing over $5 million for unpaid petition signature referrals, raising questions about campaign practices.

The lawsuit, filed in Pennsylvania, alleges that Musk and America PAC owe more than $5 million to over 100 individuals for unpaid work during the 2024 presidential election.
The plaintiff, referred to as 'John Doe,' claims he is owed $20,000 for petition referrals and has made repeated but unsuccessful attempts to collect the money.
America PAC defends its actions, stating it has paid tens of millions to canvassers but reserves the right to withhold payments in cases of suspected fraud or mismatched information.
The lawsuit seeks class-action status to represent others who were allegedly not fully compensated, citing breaches of contract and violations of Pennsylvania state wage laws.
Musk's petition and cash giveaway programs, which faced prior legal challenges, continue to draw scrutiny over their legality and ethical implications in U.S. political campaigns.

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