Musk urges voters to back Republican senators, warning of a Democratic sweep

Politics · First reported 30 Oct, 21:50 · Updated 22:33

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Elon Musk urged voters to elect Republican senators, arguing that a Democratic takeover of Congress and the presidency in 2028 would threaten American democracy. The coverage also reports his midterm spending and outlines changes he said Democrats would pursue.

Musk called for voters to elect Republican senators, warning that Democrats winning the House, Senate and presidency in 2028 would end democracy.
The centre article says Musk spent more than $446 million on the 2026 midterms and describes his concerns about statehood for Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C., expanding the Supreme Court, and immigration policy.
The centre article reports that Rep. Thomas Massie blamed Republicans in Congress for decisions including starting a war and increasing spending.

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Key facts

Midterm spending: The centre article reports Musk spent more than $446 million on the 2026 midterms.
Musk’s call: He urged voters to elect Republican senators.
Scenario he warned about: A Democratic win of the House, Senate and presidency in 2028.