In a move to boost voter turnout in Pennsylvania, billionaire Elon Musk is offering registered voters in the state $100 to sign a petition supporting free speech and Second Amendment rights.
This initiative is part of Musk’s efforts to bolster Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, focusing on Pennsylvania, one of the most pivotal battleground states in the upcoming election.
With 19 electoral votes, Pennsylvania is seen as a critical state that could determine the election’s outcome.
Musk announced the initiative on his own social media platform, offering financial incentives to voters who align with Trump’s campaign.
“If you’re a registered Pennsylvania voter, you and whoever referred you will now get $100 for signing our petition in support of free speech and the right to bear arms,” Musk posted.
The offer is valid until midnight on Monday, giving voters only a few days to act.
This isn’t Musk’s first attempt at using financial rewards to engage voters. Earlier this year, his America PAC offered $47 to voters in swing states—a nod to the possibility of Trump becoming the 47th president.
Filings reveal that Musk has already contributed $75 million to his PAC to fuel the final stretch of the campaign.
On Thursday night, Musk kicked off his latest campaign push with a town hall in Folsom, Pennsylvania, where he highlighted the importance of the state in determining the election’s outcome.
“This election will decide the fate of America,” Musk told the crowd. “And along with America, the fate of Western civilization.” He emphasized that Pennsylvania could be the deciding factor in the race for the White House.
Recent polls show Trump and Kamala Harris running neck-and-neck, with each candidate securing 47% of the vote if the election were held today.
With the race so tight, Musk underscored the significance of every vote, stating, “This election could be decided by as few as 10,000 votes, or even fewer. Every single person who turns out to vote could make a difference.”
Trump is also heavily focusing on Pennsylvania, planning to hold a major rally outside Pittsburgh on Saturday.
Musk’s involvement in the 2024 election, particularly his efforts to energize Pennsylvania voters, marks a significant moment in the campaign.
His financial backing and high-profile presence could sway undecided voters, positioning Pennsylvania as a key battleground for both candidates as Election Day approaches.
