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Elon Musk ordered to give deposition in alleged 'vote buying' election scheme
By Ryan Mancini and The Hill at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
A federal judge on Thursday ordered Tesla CEO Elon Musk to testify under oath in two cases where he is accused of defrauding voters in swing states before the 2024 general election.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso residents who have been following the developments in the 2024 general election will be keeping a close eye on the proceedings against Elon Musk. As the CEO of Tesla, Musk's influence extends beyond the business world and into the realm of politics, where his actions can have significant consequences. The allegations of defrauding voters in swing states raise questions about the integrity of the electoral process, an issue that is particularly relevant in a border city like El Paso, where voter turnout and engagement are crucial. The fact that a federal judge has ordered Musk to testify under oath suggests that the court is taking these allegations seriously, and the outcome of this case could have implications for the way elections are conducted in the future, potentially affecting El Paso's own electoral processes.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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