Elon Musk and Political Advertising: The Dynamics of X Account Usage
Wednesday, 23 October 2024, 03:31
Elon Musk's Role in Political Campaigns
Despite Elon Musk's prominent position in the political arena, his America PAC has directed a mere 4% of its social media budget to his X platform, which includes strategic advertising focused on Pennsylvania's battleground state. The PAC's limited expenditure on X, only $201,000, relates to Musk's dual promotion of Trump and advertising incentives.
Funding Breakdown and Advertising Strategy
- America PAC spends $3.8 million on Meta Platforms for ads on Facebook and Instagram.
- Over $1.5 million has been allocated to Alphabet Inc. for Google Ads.
- Musk offers cash incentives for voter registration.
Political Integrity and Transparency Measures
The PAC’s spend on X is small compared to competitors like Meta, which is aimed at enhancing voter registration efforts and promoting election integrity.
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