DOJ Warns Elon Musk's America PAC That Daily $1 Million Giveaway in Swing States May Violate Federal Law

Oct 23, 2024, 08:06 PM

In recent days, the U.S. Department of Justice has issued a warning to Elon Musk's America PAC regarding its $1 million daily giveaway to registered voters in swing states, stating that the initiative might violate federal election laws prohibiting the payment of individuals to register to vote. The DOJ's letter expressed concerns that offering cash payments to voters could be considered illegal interference with the election process. The sweepstakes aims to award $1 million per day to registered voters who sign a petition in swing states, potentially contravening federal statutes that prohibit paying people to register or influence their voting behavior.