US Justice Department Issues Warning to Elon Musk Over Election Lottery
The U.S. Department of Justice has issued a warning to billionaire Elon Musk regarding his controversial $1 million lottery aimed at voters in key swing states. This initiative, which rewards a randomly selected voter with a million dollars daily, has raised legal concerns as it may violate federal election laws. Musk, known for his support of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, launched the lottery on Saturday, distributing the first check to a Pennsylvania voter.
To enter the lottery, participants must be registered voters in one of the seven states pivotal to the upcoming presidential election on November 5. Additionally, they are required to sign a conservative petition advocating for freedom of expression and the right to bear arms. However, the Justice Department has reminded Musk's team that offering financial incentives for voting or registration is illegal under U.S. law. While the department did not explicitly mention any impending legal action, it outlined potential penalties, including fines and imprisonment, for violating these regulations.
Legal experts have been quick to scrutinize Musk's lottery, suggesting it may be a disguised effort to encourage voters to support Trump. The initiative has sparked a debate about the ethical implications of financial incentives in the electoral process.
