Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk is reopening his political checkbook to help Republican candidates in the 2026 midterm elections, according to recent Federal Election Commission filings and media reporting. Musk has quietly donated significant funds to GOP-aligned political action committees aimed at helping Republicans retain control of both the House and Senate this fall.
New disclosures show Musk gave $10 million at the end of last year to two major Republican super PACs — the Congressional Leadership Fund and the Senate Leadership Fund — splitting $5 million to each group. These organizations are key outside spenders for GOP House and Senate campaigns. Federal Election Commission records also indicate Musk has directed roughly $42 million to political causes since mid-2025, including sizable contributions to America PAC and other pro-Trump efforts.
Musk’s renewed financial engagement comes after a period of public tension with President Trump and speculation that he might scale back political spending or even form a third party — ideas Musk publicly floated last year. Despite those remarks, his latest contributions underscore a continued commitment to supporting Republican campaigns ahead of November’s congressional contests.
Politico notes that Musk and President Trump have repaired their relationship in recent months, including social engagements at Mar-a-Lago, and Musk has used his social media platforms to advocate for GOP policy priorities like expanded voter ID requirements.
While Musk’s political role remains controversial, his millions in donations provide the GOP with additional financial firepower in a midterm cycle where control of Congress is highly competitive. Republican leaders hope the influx of private funding helps counter Democratic fundraising advantages and mobilize conservative voters nationwide.
This article originally appeared on American Faith and is reposted with permission.
