Wisconsin Supreme Court Rejects Effort to Block Elon Musk’s $1M Giveaway
In a significant ruling, the Wisconsin Supreme Court has rejected an effort to block a $1 million donation from billionaire Elon Musk to a conservative candidate in the state's Supreme Court race. The decision came amidst growing concerns over the influence of large donations in judicial elections, marking this as potentially the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history.
The funds were donated to former Justice Dan Kelly, who is running against incumbent Justice Janet Protasiewicz. The donation was part of Musk's broader engagement in Wisconsin, highlighted by a recent town hall event he held in downtown Green Bay, where he discussed his reasons for supporting Kelly and the importance of the upcoming election.
Critics argue that such large contributions could sway judicial impartiality, while supporters of the donation believe it is an exercise of free speech. The Brennan Center for Justice has noted this election's unprecedented financial stakes, pointing out the potential implications for future judicial races across the country.
