Musk’s next move? Democrats explore his 2026 midterm support possibilities

Elon Musk, who significantly supported Donald Trump27s 2024 re-election campaign with $270 million, is now a subject of interest for Democrats ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna has engaged with one of Musk27s senior confidants to explore the possibility that Musk might shift his political support to the Democratic Party.

22I would not accept money from Elon Musk for my campaign,22 Senator Cory Booker stated on NBC27s Meet the Press, reflecting skepticism within the party.

Booker also criticized Trump27s economic policies, calling the related legislation 22morally wrong22 and 22economically wrong,22 warning it would saddle the country with trillions in debt and endanger the economy.

Musk27s political influence remains significant, and his potential pivot could impact the midterm landscape. Democrats are cautiously weighing the benefits and risks of courting a figure who previously backed their political rival.

27Musk turned his back on the party in 2022 and contributed $270m to Trump27s re-election campaign in 2024, providing crucial help in the Republican27s eventual victory.27

27Ro Khanna, a Democratic congressman, reportedly talked with one of Musk27s 22senior confidants22 on last week about whether Musk might now want to help the Democrats in the midterm elections next year.27

22I agree that it27s going to saddle this country with trillions of dollars of debt, endanger our entire economy 26hellip; This is a morally wrong bill. And it27s definitely, definitely an economically wrong bill as well.22

Elon Musk, who backed Trump with $270 million in 2024, is now being courted by Democrats for 2026 midterm support. While some Democrats reject his money, others, like Rep. Ro Khanna, are exploring Musk’s potential shift in political backing amid concerns over economic policies tied to Trump’s agenda.