Musk's super PAC spends $500,000 to back Republican Mike Lawler in New York midterm race

Summary

Elon Musk's super PAC has spent more than $500,000 in New York's competitive 17th congressional district to help Republican incumbent Mike Lawler hold his seat. Lawler, a moderate Republican, is fending off a challenge from Democrat Cait Conley in the Hudson Valley. The race is among the most-watched contests that could determine whether Republicans keep their majority in Congress.

Timeline

1. The Guardian

   21 Oct 2026, 18:55 UTCSource ↗

   The Guardian reports that Elon Musk's super PAC has spent more than $500,000 in New York's 17th congressional district to help Republican incumbent Mike Lawler hold his seat against Democrat Cait Conley.