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Democrats target Musk after Schimel loss in Wisconsin court race
Democrats celebrated a liberal candidate's win in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race on Tuesday, when conservative candidate Brad Schimel, who was backed by tech billionaire Elon Musk and President ...The Hill - 4d -
Tesla EVs, charging stations targeted by possible arson in Italy and France
Tesla has been the target of protests around the world amid owner Elon Musk's affiliation with the Trump administration and his backing of European far-right parties.CBS News - 5d -
Trump and Musk are targeting Social Security, and you should worry
Why go after Social Security? Because that's where the money is.The Hill - 6d -
N.Y. Lawmakers Fight Trump With a Proposal Targeting Elon Musk
A bill would authorize an audit of a state deal allowing Tesla to lease a factory site near Buffalo for $1 a year, and would create a way for the state to claw back subsidies.The New York Times - 4d -
Doge eyes cuts to Peace Corps with in-person visit and records access
Agency that sends volunteers to countries around world expects ‘additional visits’ from Musk cost-cutting team. The Peace Corps is the latest federal agency to be targeted by Elon Musk’s unofficial ...The Guardian - 1d -
Elon Musk’s xAI Acquires X, Because of Course
Social platform X struggled after Elon Musk took over, but its fortunes improved dramatically after US President Donald Trump won reelection. Now it will be become part of Musk's AI startup xAI.Wired - Mar. 28 -
Musk visits Wisconsin ahead of critical election
Elon Musk is supporting the conservative candidate for Wisconsin's open state Supreme Court seat. Several groups aligned with Democrats accuse Musk of trying to buy the seat. The election there is ...NBC News - 6d -
Haberman: Trump advisers 'tired of Musk's presence'
New York Times political correspondent Maggie Haberman said Wednesday that President Trump’s advisers are “tired of” tech billionaire Elon Musk hanging around. “He does see advantages in having ...The Hill - 3d -
Elon Musk accused of nonpayment by 2024 election canvasser
A lawsuit filed earlier this week accuses tech billionaire Elon Musk and his super PAC of failing to pay canvassers who helped President Trump's 2024 presidential campaign. Musk and America PAC ...The Hill - 2d -
For Trump, Elon Musk Is a Liability, but Still Useful for Now
Elon Musk has become a valuable heat shield for a president who avoids blame at any cost.The New York Times - 3d -
Democrats' win in Wisconsin court race also is a big loss for Elon Musk
The Democrats' victory in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race is a big loss for Elon MuskABC News - 4d -
Tesla’s First-Quarter Deliveries Slump on Musk Backlash, Weak Demand
The Elon Musk-led company experienced a 13 percent drop in deliveries.Inc. - 4d -
Musk on Tesla vehicle attacks: 'That's somebody else's car'
Elon Musk has denounced the anti-Tesla vandalism that has been sparked by his role in President Trump's administration and the Department of Government Efficiency, stating that it is "insane" and ...The Hill - 6d -
Trump, Musk face early electoral test
Presented by National Council on Aging {beacon} Trump, Musk face early test of electoral strength WASHINGTON WILL BE CLOSELY WATCHING elections in Florida and Wisconsin on Tuesday for signs of ...The Hill - 5d -
Trump says he expects Musk to eventually return to running companies
President Trump on Monday said he expects Elon Musk will eventually return to running his companies after his work overhauling the federal government. A reporter noted that Musk, the CEO of Tesla ...The Hill - 5d -
Musk downplays Wisconsin results, saying he 'expected to lose'
Elon Musk downplayed the results in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, saying in a post early Wednesday that he had “expected to lose.” Musk was responding to a user on the social platform X ...The Hill - 4d -
Source: Trump told Cabinet that Musk will leave government role in coming months
President Trump discussed Elon Musk transitioning back to the private sector at a Cabinet meeting last month, according to a senior White House official. President Trump has publicly said Musk will ...NBC News - 3d -
Musk will remain 'a friend and an adviser' to Trump after leaving DOGE: Vance
Vice President Vance said Thursday that billionaire Elon Musk will remain a “friend and an adviser” to the White House after Musk departs from his role as a special government employee next month. ...The Hill - 2d -
Recruiting Blitz: Nebraska on the rise with elite offensive targets
Latest on top 2026 and 2027 targets that visited Nebraska over the weekend and early look at future visitorsYahoo Sports - 6d -
Inside Maye Musk’s Cozy Relationship With China
As Elon Musk continues to expand his political power in the US, his mother has repeatedly traveled to China to speak at events, model for Chinese brands, and promote Tesla.Wired - Mar. 27 -
Crockett responds to Bondi's 'threat' over Musk criticism
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) on Wednesday pushed back against Attorney General Pam Bondi after the Justice Department head criticized the Texas Democrat’s comments about tech billionaire Elon ...The Hill - 3d -
The Memo: Musk’s risks to Trump become starker
The Elon Musk effect is being hotly debated in Republican circles this weekend, even as the reverberations from President Trump’s tariff policies dominate the headlines. Put simply, the question is ...The Hill - 1d -
Musk’s xAI Buys Social Media Platform X for $45 Billion
Elon Musk said on X that ‘xAI and X’s futures are intertwined.’ He bought Twitter for $44 billion in 2022.Inc. - Mar. 28 -
SEC continuing $150 million lawsuit against Elon Musk
The Securities and Exchange Commission is continuing its $150 million lawsuit against Elon Musk that was brought during the Biden administration.ABC News - 5d -
Democratic-backed judge wins Wisconsin race in setback for Elon Musk
Elon Musk was a prominent fundraiser in the campaign, and was the subject of attack ads aired by Crawford's supporters.BBC News - 4d -
Elon Musk May Soon Leave DOGE, Trump Hints
This would be a stark reversal from March, when Trump was looking to extend Musk’s stay.Inc. - 3d -
Musk still plans a major role in midterm elections despite loss in Wisconsin: Sources
Elon Musk looked to downplay Tuesday's major election defeat in Wisconsin -- leaving many to question Musk's influence and whether he could be a political liability.ABC News - 3d -
Trump targets Smithsonian funding for programs with "improper ideology"
President Trump signed an executive order targeting funding for Smithsonian Institution programs that he says contain "divisive, race-centered ideology."CBS News - Mar. 28 -
Musk Gives $1 Million Checks to Voters Amid Wisconsin Court Race
Elon Musk campaigned on Sunday in Green Bay for a state Supreme Court candidate he has spent lavishly to support — but who did not attend his event.The New York Times - 5d -
Musk's disclosure of planned fraud arrest troubles law enforcement officials: Sources
Elon Musk appeared to boast of advance knowledge of a planned arrest related to Social Security fraud, frustrating law enforcement officials, sources tell ABC News.ABC News - 4d -
Elon Musk Backlash Turns Into Global Sales Slump for Tesla
Mr. Musk’s involvement in right-wing politics contributed to a 13% drop in deliveries in the first quarter, including steep declines in E.V.-friendly places like Norway.The New York Times - 3d -
What Will Elon Musk Learn From the Wisconsin Supreme Court Election?
After a failed $20 million effort to tilt a State Supreme Court race, Elon Musk joins the ranks of billionaires frustrated by the laws of politics.The New York Times - 3d -
E.U. Prepares Major Penalties Against Elon Musk’s X
European regulators are considering fining X more than $1 billion, after weighing the risks of further antagonizing Mr. Musk and President Trump.The New York Times - 2d -
What Would DOGE Look Like Without Elon Musk In Charge?
Experts weigh in about how DOGE could change after Elon Musk leaves the White House and goes back to work at Tesla.Inc. - 3h -
Conan O'Brien honored at Kennedy Center; Trump targeted by many comics
As Conan O'Brien was honored with the Mark Twain Prize at the Kennedy Center, many comics targeted President Trump from the stage.CBS News - Mar. 24 -
New Mexico GOP says headquarters was targeted in "deliberate act of arson"
The Republican Party of New Mexico said its headquarters was targeted Sunday in what it called a "deliberate act of arsonCBS News - 6d -
New Mexico GOP targeted in 'horrific' arson attack, officials say
The New Mexico Republican Party headquarters was targeted in a suspected arson attack on Sunday, according to officials.ABC News - 5d