At a glance
- Elon Musk has secured shareholder approval for the largest corporate pay package in history, potentially worth up to $1 trillion in stock over the next decade
- Backed by 75% of Tesla shareholders, the plan ties Musk’s payout to ambitious goals, including expanding into AI, robotics, and a U.S. robotaxi network
- The vote restores investor confidence after months of controversy over Musk’s political comments, though critics warn the deal is risky and lacks strong board oversight
Elon Musk has a shot at becoming the first-ever trillionaire.