Now Musk Is Boosting Claims the Wisconsin Election Was ‘Stolen’
www.thedailybeast.com
After initially downplaying the vote’s importance, the world’s richest man was quick to promote accusations of electoral fraud.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/27737835

Summary

Elon Musk, after spending $21 million backing conservative Brad Schimel in Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race, amplified election fraud claims following Schimel’s loss to liberal judge Susan Crawford.

Musk boosted a post by Alex Jones featuring Roger Stone, who alleged mail-in vote fraud. Schimel rejected the claims, urging supporters to accept the results.

Musk pivoted to highlighting a voter ID ballot measure, though Wisconsin already requires ID. Critics see his reaction as echoing Trump-era denialism.

Despite GOP pressure, Schimel’s concession stood out for its rare break from MAGA conspiracy rhetoric.

  • PattyMcB@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    2 days ago

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