Elon Musk, the billionaire behind companies like Tesla, is making headlines with his plan to hire canvassers in swing states like Pennsylvania and Wisconsin to help get out the vote for Donald Trump. According to the Washington Post, Musk has been openly supportive of Trump since surviving an assassination attempt and quietly setting up a pro-Trump super PAC.
Despite hints of his Republican leanings on social media, Musk’s America PAC has brought together a group of wealthy Silicon Valley supporters to funnel millions into turning out Trump voters. The PAC has already spent $87 million on the presidential race, with a focus on field operations. However, the effort has faced challenges, including high turnover among campaign workers and disruptions due to regional heatwaves.
With the election looming, Musk is determined to invest the PAC’s resources in boosting Trump’s chances. A hiring surge for canvassers is planned, with a focus on swing states like Wisconsin and Pennsylvania. Musk’s commitment to the cause is clear, as he recently stated to Tucker Carlson that his own future is tied to Trump’s election success.