A major shift in midterm election results has left a prominent tech investor questioning his high-profile political spending, after Democrats secured sweeping victories in both congressional chambers. Despite record investments in Republican candidates, the party fell short in key races, including several considered safe holds. The outcome underscores a dramatic reversal in expectations, with Democrats flipping multiple seats previously seen as unlikely. Analysts are now examining whether the financial backing of high-profile donors altered the political landscape—or simply failed to deliver the anticipated results.
Tech mogul Elon Musk joked about the GOP's steep losses early Wednesday, after spending more than $442 million boosting Republicans in the midterm elections. Democrats swept control of both chambers of Congress on Tuesday, winning competitive races across the board and even ousting Republicans in several races viewed as long shots. "Guess my election-interfering space...