Elon Musk has been a significant financial supporter of Republican causes, donating millions to groups linked to former President Trump and his allies as early as 2022. Reports indicate he contributed over $50 million to Citizens for Sanity, which ran ads against Democrats, and $10 million to support Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's presidential bid. Musk's donations were funneled through 501(c)(4) 'dark money' groups that are not obligated to disclose donors, such as Building America's Future, which criticized the Biden administration. Despite his previous public neutrality, Musk has become a prominent figure in conservative politics, endorsing Trump and launching a pro-Trump super PAC. His political shift has been attributed to personal experiences and a reaction against progressive policies, particularly concerning immigration and transgender rights.