**Musk Distributes $1M Cheques to Wisconsin Voters Amid Supreme Court Election**

Thu Jul 10 2025 23:27:23 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
**Musk Distributes $1M Cheques to Wisconsin Voters Amid Supreme Court Election**

Billionaire Elon Musk's controversial cheque giveaway in Wisconsin raises eyebrows ahead of a key Supreme Court election.


Elon Musk has distributed $1 million cheques to voters in Wisconsin as part of a campaign ahead of a pivotal Supreme Court election, despite legal challenges from the state's Attorney General.


In a dramatic turn in Wisconsin's Supreme Court race, billionaire Elon Musk has gifted $1 million cheques to locals, spearheading a controversial initiative intended to encourage voters to express their discontent with what he brands as "activist" judges. The giveaway coincides with a fiercely contested election set to take place on Tuesday, which could shift the balance of power within the court toward the Republican side.

Musk's announcement of the prize came as the Wisconsin state supreme court declined to intervene in a lawsuit filed by Attorney General Josh Kaul, who argued that the move was a violation of state law prohibiting gifts in exchange for votes. This election has become notable not just for its significance but also for being the most expensive judicial race in the history of the United States, with a staggering total of $81 million spent on campaigns.

During a rally on Sunday night, Musk defended his actions, stating, "we just want judges to be judges," and presented two $1 million demand cheques to individuals who supported his petition efforts against what he perceives as judicial activism. In his court filings, Musk's lawyers countered that the challenge from Kaul, a Democrat, was an infringement on Musk's right to free speech and suggested the financial contributions were meant to stimulate grassroots support rather than directly influence the outcome of the election.

Despite Kaul's attempts to halt the cheque distribution, Musk has gained favor among many Republican circles. He has backed Waukesha County Judge Brad Schimel, who is facing off against Democrat Susan Crawford, as Republicans hope to capitalize on this race to flip the court's majority. The implications of this election extend into the future, as the Wisconsin Supreme Court is poised to rule on significant issues, including abortion rights, redistricting, and voting regulations leading into the critical 2026 midterms.

While Musk's involvement has drawn attention and criticism, Schimel expressed his desire to remain independent from Musk's rally and antics, stating, “I have no idea what he's doing. I have no idea what this rally is.” This is not Musk's first foray into voter giveaways; previously, he had offered a similar cash incentive to voters in six battleground states, a move that was later legitimized by a court ruling in Pennsylvania.

Musk's manoeuvres in Wisconsin continue to raise questions about the intersection of money, politics, and judicial fairness in one of the most closely watched elections in recent American history.

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