A high-profile U.S. super PAC tied to Elon Musk and conservative causes
Outside groups have poured billions into 2026 races, with AI, crypto and political power players spending to back or thwart candidates. In NY-12, Maryland’s MD-05, and beyond, pro- and anti-AI committees are influencing races as November approaches, while individual fortunes test the limits of soft money in a polarized landscape.
A high-stakes New York Democratic primary has become a focal point in the national AI policy fight as major AI-backed PACs flood the race, backing or opposing candidate Alex Bores in the 12th district. The contest highlights how industry money is influencing regulatory debates ahead of November.
The Wisconsin Elections Commission has referred two complaints to the Brown County district attorney over claims that Elon Musk offered $1 million to voters to influence the 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court election. Prosecutors have 40 days to respond. Musk’s team argues the offers were free speech. The complaints cover three voters who received checks and a $100 incentive for signing a petition opposing activist judges. The case follows a record-breaking, $100 million-plus spending on the race, which Crawford won by 10 percentage points.
The Texas Senate contest remains tight with James Talarico leading Ken Paxton by about 0.6 percentage points in polls. Trump’s backing is shaping fundraising and messaging as Paxton seeks to close the gap before Election Day.
The Texas Senate race remains extremely close as MAGA Inc. launches a $10 million ad blitz backing Ken Paxton, while James Talarico contends with Paxton’s exposure to controversy. The midterm convention in Dallas adds to the high-profile backdrop. This report uses multiple outlets to track the latest live moves and campaign responses.