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Elon Musk's millions fail to deliver Texas for the Republicans in fierce midterms

First seen Nov 4, 2026, 10:55 AM ET · Updated Nov 4, 2026, 10:55 AM ET · 2 outlets

Topics: 2026 Midterm ElectionsTexas PoliticsElon Musk & Starlink

2 outlets (BBC US and WSJ) are covering this story.

How outlets are covering this: 2 outlets ran their own headlines on this story. Both headlines use “Elon”, “Musk's”. Distinct wording: BBC US uses “Republicans” and “millions”; WSJ uses “timkhiggins” and “Democrats”. (Computed from the headlines below.)

• BBC US reports: “The billionaire's political action committee (Pac) contributed $47m (£35m) to Ken Paxton's campaign.”
• WSJ reports: “After spending more than $440 million on the midterms, the Tesla CEO will face a very different reception when Democrats control Congress.”

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• BBC US: Elon Musk's millions fail to deliver Texas for the Republicans in fierce midterms
• WSJ: Elon Musk’s political fortunes have hit a blue wave, writes @timkhiggins. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO will face a very different political reception when Democrats take control of Congress in January.

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