That was not his second chance. Most that understand the issues have no idea why Iowa even considered this. However many of those same folks hoped he stayed just to watch the program blow up.
But he does have some money correct?
You don't seem to be a "fan."
https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/musks-small-investor-army-cheers-apparent-approval-56-billion-tesla-pay-package-2024-06-13/
Given yesterday's payout I've already suggested selling the naming rights to Elon for a cool 10% or $5.6B and name it the Great Big SpaceX conference. Still awaiting a response.