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Musk's Sweepstakes Allowed to Continue

A Pennsylvania judge allows Elon Musk's $1 million voter sweepstakes to continue despite a lawsuit alleging election law violations.

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What are the potential future actions following the judge's ruling?: The judge's decision allows the sweepstakes to continue through Tuesday's election, although Musk's lawyers stated it would not extend beyond then. Krasner may pursue further action, potentially including criminal charges and civil damages.
How did Elon Musk's lawyers defend the sweepstakes against claims of it being random?: Elon Musk's lawyers argued that the sweepstakes winners are chosen based on their personal stories and that they serve as spokespeople for America PAC, not chosen randomly. The recipients sign contracts and nondisclosure agreements with the PAC.
What was the Philadelphia judge's ruling regarding Elon Musk's $1 million voter sweepstakes?: A Philadelphia judge ruled that Elon Musk's $1 million voter sweepstakes can continue until Tuesday's election. The judge did not provide a reason for the decision, despite a lawsuit filed by District Attorney Larry Krasner alleging the sweepstakes violated state election law.
What were District Attorney Larry Krasner's main arguments in his lawsuit against the sweepstakes?: District Attorney Krasner's lawsuit claimed the sweepstakes is a scam designed to influence voters, violating Pennsylvania's election laws. Krasner testified that the sweepstakes was political marketing disguised as a lottery and called it a "grift."
What were the requirements for participation in the Elon Musk sweepstakes, and what information was collected?: The sweepstakes involves signing a petition supporting free speech and the right to bear arms, with daily winners from several battleground states receiving $1 million. Krasner questioned the potential misuse of collected participant data.

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