Elon Musk’s $1 Million daily giveaway: Meet Constitutional rights supporters

In a campaign that has captured national attention, Elon Musk has embarked on an ambitious giveaway through his super PAC, awarding $1 million daily to selected registered voters in battleground states.

| Updated: 02 November, 2024 3:15 pm IST

NEW DELHI: In a campaign that has captured national attention, Elon Musk has embarked on an ambitious giveaway through his super PAC, awarding $1 million daily to selected registered voters in battleground states. This initiative, set to continue until the U.S. presidential election on November 5, requires participants to sign a petition supporting free speech and gun rights to qualify. With only a few days left, the program has produced 14 winners, each becoming an overnight millionaire.

The winners represent diverse states, including Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. Despite Musk’s insistence on the random selection of winners, patterns in the winners’ profiles have drawn scrutiny, with most winners reportedly leaning Republican or openly supporting conservative values on social media.

The initiative has already made several ordinary Americans into millionaires as Musk champions free speech and gun rights while showing support for Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign. Here’s a closer look at the winners so far:

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John Dreher – The first winner, Dreher from Pennsylvania, was thrilled to meet Musk in person at an America PAC event in Harrisburg. Wearing a MAGA hat, he celebrated his win, saying Musk has been an inspiration to “guys my age who are working hard every day.”

The first winner, Dreher from Pennsylvania, was thrilled to meet Musk in person at an America PAC event in Harrisburg.

Kristine Fishell – The second recipient, Fishell, also from Pennsylvania, accepted her check at a Pittsburgh event. Wearing a Trump Vance shirt, she thanked Musk for his dedication to free speech, saying, “Your wealth and responsibility you are using to save speech we really do appreciate it.”

The second recipient, Fishell, also from Pennsylvania, accepted her check at a Pittsburgh event.

Judy Kamora – Kamora, a Pennsylvania resident, was thrilled to learn she’d won $1 million. Known locally for her community work, Kamora expressed gratitude for Musk’s stance on Constitutional rights, especially as she says it will positively impact future generations.

Kamora, a Pennsylvania resident, was thrilled to learn she’d won $1 million.

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Ron Conwell – Another Pennsylvanian, Conwell was awarded his check as part of Musk’s petition drive. Conwell praised Musk’s efforts to “stand up for rights that every American should have.”

Another Pennsylvanian, Conwell was awarded his check as part of Musk’s petition drive.

Shannon Tomei – Tomei, from McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, accepted her check alongside her husband, Ian, who described the prize as a “blessing” for their family. Tomei has been an outspoken advocate of free speech and commended Musk’s efforts.

Tomei, from McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, accepted her check alongside her husband, Ian, who described the prize as a “blessing” for their family.

Andy Steinle – From North Carolina, Steinle, a patent examiner, posed with his check and praised Musk’s focus on the Constitution. He said it’s a “great reminder of the freedoms that made America great.”

From North Carolina, Steinle, a patent examiner, posed with his check and praised Musk’s focus on the Constitution.

Brian Bauer– Wisconsin resident Bauer accepted his check at home with his family and beloved dog. Known locally as a hardworking community figure, Bauer expressed excitement about the initiative’s reach across the U.S.

Wisconsin resident Bauer accepted his check at home with his family and beloved dog. Known locally as a hardworking community figure, Bauer expressed excitement about the initiative’s reach across the U.S.

Jason Cochran – From Michigan, Cochran, a homeschooling dad, and co-founder of Route – Christian Homeschool Skills and Trade, received his check with excitement. He said Musk’s work is a reminder of the importance of faith, family, and freedom.

From Michigan, Cochran, a homeschooling dad, and co-founder of Route - Christian Homeschool Skills and Trade, received his check with excitement.

Musk’s initiative has stirred excitement and controversy alike, as each winner represents a vote of confidence for Constitutional rights in the lead-up to the 2024 election. Musk has pledged to continue this daily giveaway until the election.

The political alignment of winners has fueled debate. Nine of the 14 are registered Republicans, with four remaining from states where party registration isn’t public, though they frequently express conservative views. No registered Democrats have reportedly won the contest, which has raised questions, especially as Democrats speculate about a potential bias. Musk’s super PAC contests these claims, emphasizing that any registered voter in key states is eligible regardless of political affiliation.

However, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner has filed a lawsuit, questioning the randomness of the selection and likening the giveaway to an “illegal lottery.” Krasner’s concerns emerged after two winners in Pennsylvania were revealed at Musk’s events in apparent proximity to his rallies, further sparking questions of transparency.

The Department of Justice has also issued a warning, cautioning that financial incentives tied to voter registration could be interpreted as a breach of federal law. Despite the legal controversies, Musk remains steadfast, dismissing allegations and maintaining that the contest advocates constitutional rights. He contributed over $118 million to the super PAC, with an additional $44 million infusion in October alone, intensifying his influence on the campaign trail.