Elon Musk is re-entering the political spending arena with a massive field program aimed at electing Republicans in at least eight states ahead of the 2026 midterms, according to a report from The New York Times. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO has authorized his super PAC, America PAC, to allocate between $100 million and $120 million for a voter turnout initiative focused on conservative voters, two anonymous sources briefed on the plans told the Times.
The move comes after America PAC poured over $250 million into President Trump's 2024 reelection campaign, making Musk the largest political donor in U.S. history. The super PAC is now reviving its efforts, coordinating with other GOP spending groups to maximize impact. The initiative will prioritize door-knocking, mail, and digital advertisements targeting Republican voters, freeing up allied groups to focus on television ads.
The targeted Senate races include Alaska, Iowa, Maine, Michigan, and Ohio, with discussions also underway for races in North Carolina, Georgia, and Texas. Additionally, the super PAC plans to spend in House races in Washington, Wisconsin, and California. The push comes just days after Musk told The Economist he “got carried away” with his brief venture into politics, but appears to signal a full-scale return to political spending.
Andrew Romeo, a spokesperson for America PAC, confirmed the Axios report that first broke news of the resurgence and said the group is “excited” to contribute to Republicans' efforts to maintain their congressional majority. “The president’s political team and the rest of the GOP apparatus have built a top-notch operation that will put Republicans in a strong position to buck history and retain control of Congress this fall, and we’re excited to again be part of the team,” Romeo said in a statement.
Musk’s return to political spending comes after a turbulent period in his relationship with Trump. After leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a cost-cutting initiative that slashed federal jobs and funding, Musk left the White House in May 2025. DOGE officially shut down on July 4. Shortly after, Musk and Trump clashed over the president’s sweeping spending bill, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, with Musk threatening to launch a third party—a threat that never materialized.
The two have since mended fences, with Musk joining Trump on a trip to China alongside other tech leaders in May. The new field program underscores Musk’s continued influence in GOP politics, even as his companies face scrutiny. Tesla’s stock dropped sharply during his time in government, but Musk appears undeterred in his political ambitions.
The midterm landscape remains challenging for Republicans, with voters increasingly demanding pragmatic solutions over ideological battles. The Times report highlights that America PAC’s efforts will focus on ground-game tactics, aiming to drive turnout in key battlegrounds. Meanwhile, Senate Republicans have already rejected Trump's budget ultimatum, signaling internal divisions as the midterms approach.
With the 2026 elections shaping up to be a referendum on Trump’s second term, Musk’s deep pockets could prove decisive. The super PAC’s $100 million-plus investment underscores the high stakes, as both parties jockey for control of Congress. For now, Musk is betting big on a Republican victory, even as his own political journey remains a rollercoaster.
