1. United States
2. Texas
3. Letter

This blatant threat against Elon Musk for potentially funding political candidates is a disturbing violation of free speech rights enshrined in the First Amendment. No citizen should face retaliation or "consequences" from the government for exercising their right to participate in the political process through donations or endorsements. This is a fundamental tenet of democracy. Such authoritarian rhetoric questioning Musk's autonomy to support candidates of his choice is precisely what the First Amendment exists to protect against. We must vehemently reject any efforts to suppress political speech and association, especially from the highest office. I urge you to condemn these anti-democratic statements in the strongest terms and reaffirm your commitment to upholding constitutional freedoms.