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Musk and Other Donors Fuel Record Fundraising for Republican House and Senate Super PACs

Elon Musk has donated $20 million to the Congressional Leadership Fund, a super PAC aligned with Speaker Mike Johnson.Photo: The New York Times

How the sides differ Left sources emphasize House fundraising and Republican challenges; alternative sources stress Musk's record Senate donation and spending in Texas to defend Ken Paxton.

Both outlets report that Elon Musk's money is boosting Republican super PACs heading into the election. The New York Times says the party's top House super PAC took in $94 million from Musk and other donors, its best third quarter ever, while acknowledging challenges Republicans face. CNBC reports Musk gave a record $158 million to the Senate Leadership Fund, which raised $273 million, as Republicans put money into Texas to defend Ken Paxton. The coverage differs mainly in which chamber it focuses on.

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Left The New York TimesElon Musk and Other Donors Pile $94 Million Into House Republican Effort

Highlights the House super PAC's record third-quarter haul from Musk and others, while noting the party's admitted challenges.

Alternative CNBCElon Musk helps GOP Senate super PAC raise record $273 million

Focuses on Musk's record Senate donation and the fund's total, tying the money to Republican efforts to defend Paxton in Texas.

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