San Francisco, Calif. — Elon Musk announced the creation of a new political movement called the America Party, unveiling his plans on X, Twitter’s rebranded platform. This announcement comes amid an ongoing public dispute with former President Donald Trump over a controversial domestic policy measure, dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill.”
In a post over the weekend, Musk said the new party aims to “give you back your freedom,” suggesting it could focus on targeting specific Senate and House races that would influence critical legislative decisions. He pointed to the narrow margins in Congress as a strategic opportunity for the America Party to sway significant votes on contentious issues.
Responding to Musk’s initiative, a White House spokesman emphasized that Trump has successfully united the Republican Party. The spokesman highlighted Trump’s achievement of securing a substantial voter share and majorities in both chambers of Congress, along with the swift passage of his domestic policy agenda, which has received strong GOP backing.
Mark Cuban, the billionaire entrepreneur, endorsed Musk’s idea by expressing interest in assisting with ballot access, adding a wave of enthusiasm through social media interactions. Another prominent figure, Anthony Scaramucci, who briefly held a communications role under Trump, also expressed a desire to engage with Musk on the new party.
Musk’s announcement follows a July 4 poll on X, where he asked users if they desired “independence” from the entrenched two-party system, garnering a 65% affirmative response from 1.25 million participants. This sentiment reflects Musk’s ongoing critiques of traditional political structures, which he has labeled as out of touch with the needs of many voters.
Despite previously supporting Trump’s reelection, Musk has openly criticized the “Big Beautiful Bill,” a sweeping legislative package featuring extensive tax cuts that some analysts warn could escalate the national debt by over $3 trillion. Musk has described the bill as a form of “debt slavery” and termed the legislation “obscene,” leading to a sharp decline in his relationship with the former president.
The ideological clash between Musk and Trump has not only fueled political tensions but has also drawn scrutiny over Musk’s focus as CEO of Tesla. Analysts are concerned that his political involvements could distract from the company’s core mission, leading to volatility in its stock performance.
In a volatile political climate, Musk proposes a third-party option aimed at appealing to those dissatisfied with existing political choices. His drive for the America Party signals a significant shift in the political landscape, as the nation grapples with polarized views and calls for diverse representation. Meanwhile, the fallout from the “Big Beautiful Bill” continues to reverberate within the Republican Party and beyond.