Get Elon Musk’s money out of politics—for good.
“Of all forms of tyranny the least attractive and the most vulgar is the tyranny of mere wealth, the tyranny of a plutocracy.“
— President Theodore Roosevelt
“Theodore Roosevelt: an autobiography” (1913)
Photo credit: Library of Congress, American Press Association, Copyright Claimant. Theodore Roosevelt. , ca. 1910. October 25. Photograph.
Unfathomable wealth
Elon Musk’s net worth rose from $27 billion in early 2020 to over $400 billion by December 2024—a 1,381% increase while median American household wealth grew by only 23% between 2019 and 2022.
He is the first person to reach this threshold in history. Check out this visualization of his extreme wealth.
Musk’s net worth
Based on May 2, 2025 Bloomberg data.
Where his wealth comes from
As of May 2 2025, Musk’s 42% ownership of SpaceX accounts for 44.3% of his wealth. His 12% stake in Tesla contributes another 30.8%. Government contracts boost SpaceX’s valuation, while public subsidies enhance Tesla’s profitability.
Public and private support. Government contracts and everyday Americans’ investments support his companies. Combined, this capital provides Musk unprecedented resources to influence politics through lobbying, donations, and media acquisitions.
Regulatory smack-down
- The SEC has repeatedly investigated Musk for misleading statements that manipulated Tesla’s stock price.
- In 2018, he falsely claimed “funding secured” for taking Tesla private, resulting in a $20 million fine.
- He’s violated settlement agreements with the SEC multiple times.
- A judge rescinded his $56 billion Tesla pay package, calling it “an unfathomable sum” that was unfair to shareholders.
Divestment is one of the levers we can use to force Musk to loosen his grip on government. Musk needs a citizen smack-down.
Our government shouldn’t be Musk’s next corporate acquisition.
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