Tracking the money: The biggest donors in the 2026 US midterm elections
The 50 biggest contributors have poured $2.77bn into the race, led by Elon Musk’s $446m for Republican-aligned groups.

The 50 biggest contributors have poured $2.77bn into the race, led by Elon Musk’s $446m for Republican-aligned groups.








Ukraine relies on Starshield, the military-grade version of Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite service, to fight Russia.
Officials say ability to block Russian drones restricted, while Musk says US military and president decide limits.
The Trump administration argues that DOGE is exempt from freedom of information requirements.
The barrage of spending comes as Republicans fight to overcome Trump’s slipping popularity and cost of living concerns.
Pledge comes days before Mukesh Ambani’s low-cost Reliance Jio’s parent launches India’s largest-ever IPO.

Elon Musk has accused Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani of being India’s ‘real boss’ in over delays to Starlink’s entry.
The National Medal of Science is annually given to scientists and engineers for major contributions in their fields.
Musk has claimed unnamed entities are blocking Starlink’s launch to maintain their monopoly.
Anduril said it would invest $3.7bn to develop shipyard that would build submarine parts.

Elon Musk’s SpaceX’s next-generation Starship rocket reached orbit for the first time despite an engine shutdown.