James Talarico's campaign has launched a new advertisement targeting Elon Musk, accusing him of using his wealth to influence the Texas Senate race in favor of Republican nominee Ken Paxton. The ad, released just weeks before the midterm elections, asserts that Musk is the primary financier behind super PACs supporting Paxton, claiming he is attempting to 'buy' a senator.
Musk has reportedly spent around $366 million on various races this election cycle, with approximately $189.6 million directed towards supporting Paxton. This spending has positioned Musk as the largest individual donor of the midterms, raising questions about the impact of such financial power on democratic processes.
As of October 23, polling data indicates Talarico holds a slight lead over Paxton, with a three-percentage-point advantage, suggesting that the race remains competitive despite Musk's financial backing