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Businessman and entrepreneur (born 1971)
Elon Reeve Musk is a businessman, industrialist, and former public official who is the chief executive officer (CEO) and largest shareholder of Tesla and SpaceX. Musk has been the wealthiest person in the world since 2025, and became the only trillionaire in June 2026; as of October 2026, Forbes estimates his net worth to be $1.1 trillion.
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The barrage of spending comes as Republicans fight to overcome Trump’s declining popularity and cost of living concerns.
The world’s only trillionaire has doled out more than US$276-million since July to try to save Republican majorities in Congress
Elon Musk Emerges as Top Republican Donor in Midterms SpaceX CEO donates $276M to GOP super PACs, targeting Senate and House races amid investigation concerns