Elon Musk giving 1 million dollar to people to vote in US

Elon Musk is back in the spotlight, and this time it’s not about rockets or electric cars—it’s about the 2024 U.S. presidential election. Musk has announced he’ll be giving away $1 million every day to voters in some states through a lottery system. Yes, you read that right: $1 million daily. But there’s a catch—you need to be a registered voter in one of those key battleground states like Pennsylvania or Georgia and sign a petition that promotes free speech and gun rights.
The billionaire, who’s never been shy about sharing his political views, is using his PAC, America PAC, to rally support for Donald Trump’s campaign. A PAC, or Political Action Committee, is an organisation that raises money to support or oppose political candidates, legislation, or policies. PACs are formed by individuals, businesses, or unions, and they can collect donations to use in campaigns, running ads, or organising rallies to influence elections.It’s not just about the $1 million lottery either. If you’re in Pennsylvania, for example, Musk is offering $100 just for signing the petition. And if you get your friends to sign up too, you can earn another $100. Other states get smaller but still tempting rewards, with $47 per successful referral.
It’s clear Musk is pulling out all the stops to make sure people are paying attention to his petition—and, by extension, Trump’s campaign.
Is This Legal?
Here’s where things get dicey. While giving away money sounds like a fun way to get people engaged, U.S. law says you can’t offer cash or rewards to influence voter registration. Several legal experts are already raising red flags. Brett Kappel, a campaign finance lawyer, has pointed out that paying people based on whether they’re registered voters is a big no-no under federal law. And Rick Hasen, an election law expert, didn’t mince words, calling Musk’s lottery “clearly illegal.”
Basically, you can’t offer someone money just for being a voter—that’s a federal law Musk might be brushing up against.
What’s Next?
Pennsylvania’s Governor, Josh Shapiro, isn’t letting this slide either. He’s questioning whether Musk’s massive financial involvement in the election should be investigated. He’s acknowledged Musk’s right to his political opinions, but when money starts flowing into politics in such a direct way, it raises eyebrows.
For now, Musk is rolling ahead with his lottery, even handing out the first million-dollar check to a winner in Pennsylvania. But with all the legal concerns piling up, there’s a chance this gamble might not play out the way he hopes. Keep an eye on this one—it’s sure to get more interesting as Election Day approaches.