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Elon Musk's $25M Gamble in Wisconsin Backfires

4/2/2025

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Musk's Political Misfire

Elon Musk's $25 million backing of Brad Schimel in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race backfired, leading to a significant defeat. In an attempt to save face, Musk pointed to a voter ID amendment, but critics were quick to mock, underscoring that his wealth couldn't change the outcome and raising doubts about his political power.

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Musk Defends Privacy

Elon Musk's platform X is taking a stand against the IRS's controversial "no-suspicion" subpoenas aimed at Coinbase user data. In a case led by user James Harper, the argument centers on the violation of privacy rights. A favorable ruling for Harper could significantly restrict government access to personal data without proper warrants, marking a pivotal moment for digital privacy.

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Musk's Political Misfire

Elon Musk's $25 million backing of Brad Schimel in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race backfired, leading to a significant defeat. In an attempt to save face, Musk pointed to a voter ID amendment, but critics were quick to mock, underscoring that his wealth couldn't change the outcome and raising doubts about his political power.

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