Overview
- Axios reports Elon Musk cut big checks to GOP House and Senate efforts and signaled he would give more throughout the 2026 cycle.
- The move marks a shift from his earlier threats to start a third party or back challengers, with sources saying he is acting as a traditional Republican donor.
- The donations followed a November meeting at the vice president’s residence with JD Vance, Susie Wiles and Taylor Budowich; Jared Birchall also attended.
- Exact sums have not been disclosed, with campaign finance reports expected to publish the figures next month.
- Representatives for Musk and President Trump, as well as spokespeople for major pro-GOP super PACs, declined to comment; Musk was the largest individual donor in 2024 at roughly $291.5 million.