On December 27, 2025, Elon Musk appeared on a podcast with Senator Ted Cruz to discuss what he described as a critical issue in U.S. politics: the alleged use of fraudulent entitlements to influence elections. Musk stated, “The single biggest thing Democrats are worried about is turning off fraudulent payments to illegals … By using entitlements fraud, the Democrats have been able to attract and retain vast numbers of illegal immigrants, and buy voters.”

Musk estimated that between 10 and 20 million undocumented immigrants could be receiving benefits such as Social Security and Medicaid fraudulently, at an annual cost of $100 to $200 billion. He argued that this system enables Democrats to flip swing states by margins as small as 10,000 to 20,000 votes, potentially cementing a permanent one-party socialist state without the need for additional election irregularities.

The conversation highlighted Musk’s broader concerns about fiscal responsibility and electoral integrity, emphasizing the long-term political and economic implications of widespread entitlement misuse. He also suggested that addressing these issues would be essential for restoring balance to U.S. elections and safeguarding taxpayer resources.

While the podcast sparked debate among political commentators and social media users, Musk’s remarks align with ongoing discussions among conservatives about immigration, voter influence, and the role of federal programs in shaping political outcomes.