America PAC Sent Inaccurate Ballot Text Messages
Election officials in Colorado and Washington issued warnings after voters received incorrect information.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Elections
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America PAC has sent text messages to Colorado voters claiming that ballot requests were submitted, despite Colorado automatically mailing ballots to registered voters. Election officials in Colorado and Washington state issued warnings regarding the group's outreach tactics.
Why it matters
The organization aims to help the Republican party retain control of Congress through digital messaging designed to influence voter turnout in competitive races. The inaccurate texts have sparked concern among officials regarding voter confusion and election integrity.
America PAC has spent over $228,000 on the race involving Gabe Evans. Elon Musk donated $50 million to the group during the current election cycle.
The players
America PAC
This is an independent expenditure committee focused on influencing voter turnout to help the Republican party retain control of Congress.
Elon Musk
He is a prominent business executive who has donated $50 million to America PAC during the current election cycle.
Gabe Evans
He is a political candidate whose race has seen over $228,000 in spending from America PAC.
The details
America PAC uses digital ads and phone messages to encourage turnout, but its affiliated website, VoteSafe.org, collects user information while explicitly warning that its voting data may not be accurate. Election offices in counties including Weld and Adams have reported receiving numerous inquiries from concerned residents.
Timeline
In May 2026, Elon Musk donated $5 million to a super PAC.
During October 2026, America PAC sent inaccurate text messages to Colorado voters.
Federal PAC reports covering the July-to-September 2026 quarter are expected later this month.
Political Context
Opponents argue that these digital outreach tactics undermine established election security procedures and sow unnecessary public distrust. Critics have called for stricter oversight of third-party PAC communications to ensure voters receive accurate information regarding their registration status.
Voters should rely on official state portals rather than third-party text messages to verify their ballot or registration status. Residents who receive suspicious communications are advised to contact their local county clerk directly to confirm their voting eligibility.
The takeaway
Voters should be wary of unsolicited digital messages regarding election procedures that solicit personal data in exchange for verification. Always check your status through official government channels to avoid misinformation.
Further reading
For more information on national voting procedures and outreach integrity, visit Elections.
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