Elon Musk's Voter Giveaway Faces Legal Scrutiny

Elon Musk is facing significant backlash and potential legal trouble over his recent proposal to give away $1 million daily to registered voters who sign a petition through his political action committee, America PAC. Critics, including legal experts and some media outlets, deem this initiative a likely violation of federal election laws, raising concerns about voter bribery. Musk's supporters argue that the giveaway is lawful as recipients are already registered voters, emphasizing his commitment to the First and Second Amendments. However, experts such as UCLA's Rick Hasen and election law attorney Derek Muller assert that the approach could still be interpreted as an attempt to illegally influence voter behavior. Additionally, Musk's encouragement for users on social media to report suspected voter fraud has been criticized as potentially undermining trust in the electoral process. Meanwhile, Musk has also made headlines for a substantial donation to The Hispanic Voters Alliance, aiming to mobilize Hispanic voters in key states for Republican candidates.