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Elon Musk supports conservative judge in Wisconsin election

nytimes.com — March 22, 2025 at 12:01 PM UTC

Elon Musk is back in Wisconsin, using past strategies to influence a big election. He is now a White House official and is spending millions to support a conservative candidate for the State Supreme Court, Brad Schimel. Musk's involvement in Wisconsin elections has changed since he supported Donald Trump just five months ago. Back then, he was a private citizen with unclear political influence. He used new campaign finance rules to mobilize canvassers across the state, which contributed to Trump's victory by about 30,000 votes. This spring, Musk is again boosting a candidate in Wisconsin, but with new challenges. Schimel is someone Musk barely knows, yet he is now a significant figure in national politics. As a super-aide in the White House, he must follow strict ethics rules. Despite this, he is allocating millions of dollars to pro-Trump efforts. Democrats are actively campaigning against Musk and his initiatives as the election approaches on April 1. With tensions rising, the outcome in Wisconsin could be crucial for both sides.

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Elon Musk supports Brad Schimel in Wisconsin election (forbes.com)

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