Mon Sep 23 21:18:21 UTC 2024: ## Musk’s Super PAC for Trump Shows Signs of Trouble as Election Looms

Elon Musk’s America PAC, a super political action committee aiming to re-elect Donald Trump, has been plagued by internal turmoil and questions about its effectiveness. Despite reportedly spending over $160 million, the PAC has struggled to get its canvassing operation off the ground.

While Musk initially pledged $45 million monthly to the PAC, its activities have been far from smooth. The PAC fired nearly all its vendors and has been criticized for its lack of visible presence in key swing states.

Interviews with Republican party officials in Michigan, a key battleground state, revealed a lack of awareness about the PAC’s activities. “I haven’t seen anybody,” said one official, highlighting the absence of canvassing efforts.

While America PAC has reportedly paid canvassing firms over $14 million since August, recent reports suggest the PAC halted canvassing in Arizona and Nevada.

The PAC has been criticized for its chaotic operations. A Nevada-based canvassing company was fired after receiving $2.7 million, despite the election being just weeks away.

Despite the questionable effectiveness of its ground game, America PAC has invested heavily in other campaign activities, including door hangers and mail pieces targeting North Carolina voters.

The PAC’s spending on door-knocking and digital advertising has reached almost $33 million since mid-August, but the lack of consistent canvassing raises concerns about the efficiency of these efforts.

With the election rapidly approaching, questions remain about the effectiveness of America PAC’s strategy and its ability to make a significant impact on the outcome of the race.

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