Democrats seized control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate on November 3, 2026, delivering a severe setback to the Republican Party. The wave rolled through Washington despite a massive financial push from Musk, who pumped nearly half a billion dollars into GOP-leaning political action committees.
Elon Musk Mocks Republican Defeat with ‘Space Lasers’ Joke After Spending Millions on Midterms
Nov. 4, 2026 | 9:43 am GMT
The quip directly targeted online conspiracy theories that previously alleged satellite technology could alter election results. In a separate post addressing business infrastructure, the SpaceX chief executive added that “data centers in space looking pretty appealing right now”.
UK-based journalist covering African politics with 12 years experience. Focuses on diaspora politics, international relations affecting Nigeria, and comparative African governance.
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