Elon Musk's America PAC faces legal challenges over their controversial election lottery campaign, which promised $1 million daily to voters in swing states who signed a petition supporting free speech and gun rights.

A class-action lawsuit filed in Texas federal court alleges fraud and breach of contract after Musk's lawyer admitted winners weren't randomly selected. Instead, recipients were carefully chosen based on their "suitability" to represent the PAC.

Key developments:

• The DOJ warned America PAC on October 23 about potential legal violations
• Philadelphia DA's Office sued for election fraud and illegal lottery
• Judge Angelo Foglietta declined to block the scheme
• Winners must serve as PAC spokespersons per contractual obligations

Arizona resident Jacqueline McAferty filed the class action, claiming she provided personal data and signed the petition under false pretenses. The lawsuit highlights concerns about:

• Misrepresentation of selection process
• Lack of transparency regarding personal data usage
• No limitations on America PAC's use or sale of collected information

The campaign's legality remains questioned under federal law, which prohibits payment for voter registration or voting, carrying potential five-year prison sentences for violations.

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