Philadelphia, PA – American Values 2024, a political action committee (PAC) formed by Democratic politician Joe Kennedy III, announced on Monday that it had raised $28 million since its inception. The PAC aims to limit the influence of money in politics and support independent candidates in future elections.

Kennedy, who recently declared his candidacy for the 2024 presidential race as an independent, delivered a speech in Philadelphia in which he highlighted the need for campaign finance reform. The 40-year-old former congressman emphasized the urgency of addressing the issue and called for widespread support to bring about change.

In an interview with POLITICO, Mike Lyons, the treasurer of American Values 2024, revealed that the PAC is engaged in discussions with billionaire-entrepreneur Elon Musk. Although he did not disclose any specifics or potential contributions, Lyons indicated that Musk’s involvement would be significant.

Lyons explained, “if somebody like Elon Musk is willing to join the fight, he’s a very big guy in the playground fight.” He expressed confidence in Musk’s enthusiasm, linking it to the entrepreneur’s previous statements and actions that align with their cause.

The donations received by American Values 2024 on Monday were described as coming from “people of all political persuasions.” Lyons expressed optimism that Kennedy’s decision to run as an independent would attract support from a diverse range of ideological supporters, contributing to strong fundraising numbers.

While the PAC has garnered funds from prominent Democratic donors like Abby Rockefeller, it has primarily relied on support from Republican donors, including former Donald Trump donor Tim Mellon. The press release issued by the PAC did not disclose the specific breakdown of contributions from each party.

American Values 2024’s fundraising success reflects a growing sentiment among Americans who are interested in eliminating the influence of money on political campaigns. The $28 million raised thus far is seen as a promising start in their mission to transform the political landscape.