Mon Mar 31 03:07:19 UTC 2025: **Elon Musk Donates $1 Million in Wisconsin Supreme Court Race**
**Green Bay, WI –** Billionaire Elon Musk injected millions of dollars into Wisconsin’s Supreme Court election on Sunday, handing out $1 million checks to two voters and pledging further payments to those helping elect conservative candidate Brad Schimel. The move, part of a larger $17.5 million contribution from Musk-affiliated groups, makes this the most expensive judicial race in US history, exceeding $81 million in total spending.
Musk, a close advisor to President Donald Trump, framed his intervention as a crucial effort to prevent what he called a “serious danger” of losing the election to liberal candidate Susan Crawford. He offered additional incentives, promising $20 for each voter recruited to support Schimel in the coming days.
The April 1st election is considered a key test of political power in Wisconsin, with implications for abortion rights, labor laws, and potentially even redistricting. Musk warned that an unfavorable outcome could lead to the redrawing of legislative districts, potentially costing Republicans seats in the House of Representatives.
“I think this will be important for the future of civilisation. It’s that significant,” Musk stated at a Green Bay rally.
This isn’t Musk’s first foray into electoral politics. He previously disbursed funds to voters supporting conservative causes during the 2024 presidential election. A lawsuit filed by Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul to block the giveaway was rejected by the state supreme court, according to the Washington Post.
Musk’s considerable financial influence extends beyond this election; he spent over $250 million to support Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign. His involvement in this Wisconsin race highlights his growing influence on down-ballot races as well. The article notes that President Trump has entrusted Mr. Musk with an extensive effort to drastically reduce the size of the federal government, leading to widespread agency closures and job losses.
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