Elon, Inc. What Musk’s Millions Mean for Wisconsin—and Congress
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Mar 25, 2025 
Max Chafkin, a senior writer at Bloomberg Businessweek, discusses how Elon Musk's hefty financial contributions are shaping political dynamics in Wisconsin, especially in the upcoming Supreme Court race. Steve Mann, a Bloomberg Intelligence analyst, provides an optimistic forecast for Tesla sales, despite the challenges the company faces, such as production shifts and factory changes. They also explore the broader effects of wealth on politics and the potential ripple effects of Musk's influence on national elections.
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Expensive Election
- The Wisconsin Supreme Court race is the most expensive judicial election in US history, exceeding $73 million.
- Elon Musk is the biggest spender, contributing over $14 million to support Republican candidate Brad Schimmel.
High Stakes
- The Wisconsin Supreme Court race will determine which party controls the court.
- This control has significant implications for election laws, abortion policy, and other social/political issues.
Post-November Election
- The Wisconsin Supreme Court race is the first major election since November, attracting mega-donors like Musk.
- Schimmel campaigns with an inflatable Trump, highlighting the race's symbolic connection to Trump.