A Wisconsin watchdog group, joined by two voters, filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk, his super PAC America PAC, and another Musk-owned entity, alleging unlawful bribery and lottery violations during the state Supreme Court election. The suit claims Musk offered $100 and million-dollar checks to voters who signed a petition supporting a specific candidate, actions the plaintiffs argue undermined voter faith in the electoral process. The complaint cites instances of recipients publicly endorsing the candidate after receiving the money, and seeks to prevent future similar actions. This lawsuit follows a similar, but unsuccessful, attempt by the Wisconsin Attorney General. The plaintiffs contend Musk’s actions constitute election bribery and civil conspiracy.
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Despite significant financial backing from Elon Musk, conservative Brad Schimel lost the Wisconsin Supreme Court race to liberal judge Susan Crawford. Following the loss, Musk initially downplayed the defeat but later amplified claims of election irregularities, echoing assertions made by Roger Stone. Although Schimel himself accepted the results, Musk’s actions align with a recent trend of Republican candidates promoting election conspiracy theories after electoral losses. This incident underscores the ongoing polarization of American politics and the influence of prominent figures in spreading misinformation.
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Janet Protasiewicz’s victory over conservative candidate Brad Schimel in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race was a decisive win for liberals, giving them a 4-3 majority on the court. This outcome defied a significant financial investment from Elon Musk in support of Schimel, totaling over $20 million. The election is seen as a rejection of both Musk and Donald Trump, who endorsed Schimel. Protasiewicz’s win secures liberal control of the court for the next three years, impacting significant cases on issues such as abortion and redistricting.
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Despite Elon Musk’s record-breaking $21 million investment and dramatic pronouncements framing the Wisconsin Supreme Court race as crucial to “the fate of Western civilization,” his chosen candidate lost to liberal appellate Judge Susan Crawford. Musk subsequently downplayed the defeat, emphasizing the passage of a voter ID amendment as the election’s most significant outcome, a claim echoed by President Trump. However, Wisconsin already had voter ID laws, and the amendment merely enshrined them constitutionally. The race’s actual consequence, as Musk himself acknowledged, lies in the upcoming redrawing of Wisconsin’s congressional districts, where a liberal majority on the court could impact future Republican control of the House.
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Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race, the most expensive in state history, saw Judge Susan Crawford defeat her opponent, Brad Schimel, by a significant margin. Despite millions spent by Elon Musk and affiliated groups supporting Schimel, Crawford secured a victory, maintaining the court’s liberal majority. The election boasted record turnout, fueled by significant outside spending from both sides. A concurrent Republican-backed voter ID constitutional amendment also passed, suggesting voters may have split their ballots.
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Despite Elon Musk’s record-breaking $25 million investment in the Wisconsin Supreme Court election—the largest sum ever spent in a state supreme court race—his preferred candidate, Brad Schimel, lost to Democratic-backed Susan Crawford. This outcome maintains a 4-3 liberal majority on the court. The election, attracting national attention as a key swing-state contest, served as a referendum on the influence of Musk and Trump in down-ballot races. The Wisconsin Supreme Court will now face critical decisions on issues including abortion, redistricting, and union rights.
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Susan Crawford secured a victory in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, maintaining a liberal 4-3 majority and defying Elon Musk’s multi-million dollar campaign against her. The intensely competitive race, the most expensive state Supreme Court election in U.S. history, saw Democrats successfully frame Musk as the antagonist, contrasting his influence with Crawford’s commitment to justice. This win ensures liberal control over upcoming crucial cases concerning abortion rights, collective bargaining, and redistricting. The outcome also marks a setback for Donald Trump, who endorsed Crawford’s opponent.
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The liberal candidate’s victory in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race is a significant rebuke to both Donald Trump and Elon Musk, a development that’s sent ripples of excitement and relief across a considerable segment of the population. This win feels particularly potent because it directly counters the influence of powerful figures who have been actively involved in shaping the political landscape.
The margin of victory, a landslide by most accounts, suggests a stronger rejection of the tactics employed by these figures than many had anticipated. This outcome casts serious doubt on the effectiveness of their efforts, and even suggests that those efforts may have backfired.… Continue reading
Elon Musk’s America PAC held a rally in Green Bay, awarding two $1 million checks to petition signers, ostensibly to boost voter turnout in Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race. This action, mirroring similar efforts in prior elections, is viewed by some as a potentially illegal attempt to buy votes by incentivizing petition signing and offering further financial rewards for supporting his preferred candidate, Brad Schimel. The winners’ affiliations raise questions about the selection process, given one winner’s connection to a major Republican donor and the other’s role with the Wisconsin College Republicans. This strategy aims to influence the close election between Schimel and Susan Crawford.
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During a Wisconsin rally supporting Republican Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel, Elon Musk, while distributing $1 million in campaign funds, accused hecklers of being George Soros-paid operatives. This sparked widespread online criticism, highlighting the irony of Musk’s accusation given his own substantial financial involvement in the election. Commentators pointed out the hypocrisy of Musk’s claim, framing his actions as a blatant form of vote-buying. The election’s outcome is crucial, as it will significantly impact the ideological balance of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, and Musk’s involvement has transformed the race into a referendum on him and President Trump.
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