Musk threatens political retaliation ahead of US midterms

Elon Musk has threatened political retaliation against Democrats ahead of the November 3 US midterm elections, following a Politico report that they plan to launch multiple parliamentary investigations into him if they win. Musk, the top Republican donor, wrote on X that "those who take the sword will perish by the sword" and vowed to target those "pulling the strings" behind any attacks. The report cited possible probes into his Starshield satellite network's role in Ukraine, his Doge commission's 2025 federal cuts, and conflicts of interest involving SpaceX and Tesla contracts. The threats come as the midterms will determine whether Donald Trump retains control of Congress. Musk's warning signals escalating tensions between the billionaire and Democratic lawmakers over his business dealings and political influence.