Elon Musk emerges as the top booster for Republicans with $276 million in donations

A community story from Florida, reported by WESH Orlando.

Community · Florida · October 12, 2026

From WESH Orlando

Elon Musk has quietly become the biggest known spender in this year’s midterm elections, doling out more than $276 million to Republicans since July.

Reported by WESH Orlando, October 12, 2026. Read the full story at WESH Orlando →

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