Elon Musk donated $10 million to a group supporting Nate Morris, a Republican businessman running in Kentucky's primary race to succeed Senator Mitch McConnell, according to a person briefed on the transaction who requested anonymity. The donation marks Musk's largest disclosed contribution of the 2026 midterm cycle and was earlier reported by Axios.

Morris, a founder of a waste and recycling company, is competing against Representative Andy Barr and former state Attorney General Daniel Cameron in a closely watched Republican primary. Prior to Musk's contribution, Morris had largely self-funded his campaign. The donation suggests Musk, the world's wealthiest individual, may be seeking a significant role in the upcoming midterm elections.

Musk's involvement in Republican politics has been notable in recent years. He spent hundreds of millions of dollars to support President Trump's election in 2024 and subsequently served as an influential White House advisor, advocating for reductions in the size of the federal government. However, a public disagreement with Trump midyear led to a fallout.

The motivations behind Musk's support for Morris remain unclear. The Kentucky Senate seat is considered a crucial one for both parties, and the Republican primary is expected to be highly competitive. The winner will likely face a strong challenge from Democrats in the general election.

Representatives for Musk and the Morris campaign did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The contribution is expected to significantly boost Morris's campaign efforts as the primary race intensifies. The impact of Musk's financial support on the outcome of the election remains to be seen.