Musk’s million-dollar offer sparks legal controversy ahead of election
Billionaire Elon Musk is facing legal scrutiny after offering $1 million to registered voters in swing states in exchange for signing a petition supporting the First and Second Amendments.
Consumer advocacy group Public Citizen has filed a formal complaint with the Federal Election Commission, claiming Musk’s actions violate federal law against paying for voter registration and voting.
The offer, targeting voters in Pennsylvania, Nevada, Arizona, Michigan, Wisconsin, Georgia and North Carolina, requires participants to be registered before signing the petition.
Public Citizen’s lobbyist, Craig Holman, argues Musk’s actions attempt to “buy votes” and distort the electoral process.
Legal experts are calling on the Biden administration to intervene, emphasizing the illegal nature of Musk’s financial incentives to voters.
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