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Elon Musk Faces DOJ Scrutiny Over $1 Million Giveaway, Makes Six Americans Millionaires

Oct 26, 2024, 02:17 PM

Elon Musk is facing scrutiny from the Department of Justice (DOJ) and several senators over his $1 million giveaway initiative, which is part of a petition campaign supporting the U.S. Constitution, freedom of speech, and the right to bear arms. The DOJ has warned Musk that the initiative may be illegal, as it could be seen as paying people to register to vote. Despite the warnings, Musk has continued to distribute the $1 million prizes, awarding several winners in the past few days, including Marie from Nevada. Critics argue that Musk's actions may violate federal law, while Musk maintains that the petition is not tied to any specific voting or registration efforts. Additionally, Musk has made six Americans millionaires in the past six days. The controversy has sparked a broader debate over the legality and ethics of such monetary incentives in the context of political campaigns.