Even with Musk’s hefty contribution, he’s only tied for third among V-PAC’s largest donors.

Philadelphia-area billionaire and Republican megadonor Jeff Yass has contributed a total of $20 million. New York-based financier Ross Stevens has given $6 million and Connecticut software entrepreneur Ratmir Timashev – who’s aiming to bring 100 AI startups to Columbus – has given $5 million.