Musk's $1M Giveaway Faces Legal and Ethical Scrutiny
Musk's $1M Giveaway Faces Legal and Ethical Scrutiny

Musk's $1M Giveaway Faces Legal and Ethical Scrutiny

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Elon Musk's initiative to give away $1 million daily until November 5 to registered voters in swing states who sign his America PAC petition has sparked significant legal and ethical concerns. The petition, which supports the First and Second Amendments, is part of Musk's effort to rally support for Donald Trump's presidential campaign. Critics, including legal experts and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, argue that these giveaways may violate federal laws prohibiting payments to influence voter registration or voting. Despite the controversy, some experts, like former FEC commissioner Bradley Smith, believe the strategy may not technically breach campaign laws. Vinod Khosla, a fellow tech billionaire and OpenAI shareholder, suggests Democrats should participate to disrupt Musk's efforts, highlighting the contentious nature of this initiative. The legal implications of Musk's actions remain under scrutiny as the election approaches.

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