Elon Musk, angry voters, and the AI backlash: What's at stake in the 2026 midterms
From inflation and AI backlash to Elon Musk's record spending on Republicans, here's what's at stake in the 2026 midterm elections.
The 2026 midterm elections are set to be a pivotal moment in American politics. Billionaire Elon Musk has made a record-breaking $448 million donation to support Republicans, particularly in Texas. His donations to allied super PACs have been directed towards candidates like Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who is in danger of losing his Senate seat.
Musk's actions have raised concerns about the potential for congressional investigations if Democrats gain control of even one house of Congress. Additionally, the tech and business elite who previously supported Trump may now face scrutiny from congressional investigations. Polls show that cost of living and AI-related issues are becoming increasingly important to voters, with many citing the rising cost of gas and inflation as major concerns.
Democratic candidates are also targeting Republican support for data center construction, which has been a contentious issue in several key Senate races.
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