Elon Musk quietly becomes biggest known donor in midterm contests as he tries to save Republicans

A local news story from Texas, reported by Click2Houston KPRC.

Local News · Texas · October 12, 2026

From Click2Houston KPRC

Trillionaire Elon Musk has quietly become the biggest known spender in this year’s midterm elections, doling out more than $276 million since July to try to save Republican majorities in the House and Senate.

Reported by Click2Houston KPRC, October 12, 2026. Read the full story at Click2Houston KPRC →

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