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Musk revives America PAC for Republican midterm push ahead of Nov. 3 elections

Elon Musk is reviving America PAC, the super PAC that spent more than $260 million helping elect President Trump in 2024, for a midterm voter-turnout operation ahead of the Nov. 3 elections, Axios reported. The group will run door-knocking, digital advertising and direct mail campaigns focused on conservative voters, including those less likely to cast ballots in a non-presidential year, according to sources with knowledge of the plans.

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Key takeaways

  • Elon Musk is reviving America PAC, which spent more than $260 million to help elect President Trump in 2024, for a midterm voter-turnout operation ahead of the Nov. 3 elections.
  • The 2026 effort will run door-knocking, digital advertising and direct mail focused on conservative voters and will be led by Musk's top political adviser, Chris Young.
  • America PAC knocked on more than 10 million doors across more than a half-dozen swing states in 2024 and will coordinate with other GOP groups on turnout while they handle TV advertising.
  • GOP super PACs and committees hold a more-than-$300 million cash advantage over Democrats, plus $400 million in Trump's MAGA Inc. super PAC, to offset an environment favoring Democrats.
  • Musk's representatives declined to say how much he plans to spend this cycle.

Elon Musk is reviving America PAC, the super PAC that spent more than $260 million helping elect President Trump in 2024, for a midterm voter-turnout operation ahead of the Nov. 3 elections, Axios reported. The group will run door-knocking, digital advertising and direct mail campaigns focused on conservative voters, including those less likely to cast ballots in a non-presidential year, according to sources with knowledge of the plans.

Frequently asked

Why is Musk reviving America PAC now?

He is launching a midterm voter-turnout operation ahead of the Nov. 3 elections, focused on turning out conservative voters who are less likely to vote in a non-presidential year.

Who will lead America PAC's 2026 operation?

Musk's top political adviser, Chris Young, will lead the effort.

Why are Republicans relying on their money advantage this cycle?

They are counting on a more-than-$300 million cash edge to offset a political environment favoring Democrats, driven by Trump's low approval on the economy and the Iran war that have jeopardized GOP control of the House and possibly the Senate.

What happened between Musk and Trump before this?

Musk led the Department of Government Efficiency for four months before a falling-out over spending in Trump's 'big, beautiful bill,' during which he floated forming a third party, but relations recovered by the end of 2025.

How much does Musk plan to spend in 2026?

Musk's representatives declined to say how much he plans to spend this cycle.