Elon Musk Claims Voting Machines Rig Elections, Advocates for Paper Ballots

Elon Musk recently caused a stir during a town hall meeting in Pennsylvania, where he claimed that voting machines, particularly those from Dominion Voting Systems, could rig elections. He argued that the use of these machines in certain areas, like Philadelphia and Maricopa County, raises questions about election integrity. Musk suggested a correlation between these machines and Republican losses in recent elections, saying, “It seems like a heck of a coincidence.”

Musk called for a switch to paper ballots, emphasizing the need for transparency through hand counting. As a notable supporter of Donald Trump, he has contributed significantly to the 2024 presidential campaign.

In response to Musk's comments, Dominion Voting Systems clarified that their machines do not operate in Philadelphia and that their systems use voter-verified paper ballots. They stressed that audits have shown their machines produce accurate results. The company urged voters to trust credible sources for information about elections, highlighting their commitment to safeguarding electoral integrity.