Trump Slams Musk’s New “America Party” as GOP Faces Political Shake-Up 🇺🇸 Elon Musk Announces “America Party,” Sparking GOP Backlash

Elon Musk Announces “America Party,” Sparking GOP Backlash

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has ignited political controversy with the formation of a new political entity—the “America Party”—a move that could challenge the traditional two-party dominance in the U.S. Ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, Musk’s political pivot is already drawing sharp criticism from former U.S. President Donald Trump.

“I am saddened to watch Elon Musk go completely ‘off the rails,’ essentially becoming a TRAIN WRECK,” Trump posted on Truth Social shortly after Musk's announcement.

Trump warned that third parties have historically failed in the U.S. and could only serve to fracture the Republican vote, especially if Musk targets Republican incumbents in vulnerable districts.

Third Parties in U.S. History: Rarely Successful, But This One’s Different?

Musk announced the formation of the America Party on X (formerly Twitter), suggesting it was a direct response to Congress passing Trump’s "One Big Beautiful Bill Act", a sweeping tax and spending package estimated to add $3.3 trillion to the national debt over the next decade.

While third parties have managed modest success at the local level, no third-party presidential candidate has won since the Republican Party emerged in the mid-19th century. However, Musk’s enormous financial resources and public influence could give the America Party an edge rarely seen in modern politics.

The Feud: Trump’s Spending Bill vs. Musk’s Fiscal Vision

Musk, who recently stepped down from his advisory role at the satirical Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—a nod to Dogecoin—has blasted Trump’s bill as a “disgusting abomination.”

“They will lose their primary next year if it is the last thing I do on this Earth,” Musk threatened in an X post, referring to lawmakers who backed the bill.

He argued that the bill undermines the goals of DOGE, which aimed to reduce government waste and inefficiency. Musk’s departure from the agency and subsequent political move mark a serious rupture between two of America’s most high-profile power players.

Source: Elon Musk 

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GOP Fears Vote-Splitting Ahead of Midterms

Trump’s allies are increasingly concerned that Musk’s America Party could split the Republican base in tightly contested districts during the 2026 midterms.

Far-right commentator Laura Loomer speculated on X that high-profile Republicans like Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie could even defect to Musk’s party. The concern is that even minor electoral disruptions could cost the GOP its narrow congressional majority.

Musk’s Strategy: Target Key House & Senate Races

Rather than running a full slate of candidates, Musk revealed a more tactical plan: to focus exclusively on 2–3 Senate seats and 8–10 House races, where small shifts in votes could tip the balance of power.

“That would be enough to serve as the deciding vote on contentious laws, ensuring that they serve the true will of the people,” Musk stated on X.

With Congress deeply divided, Musk’s America Party could hold kingmaker status if it secures just a few critical seats.

Conclusion: Political Disruption or Flash in the Pan?

Elon Musk’s America Party may still be in its infancy, but it’s already making waves in Washington. Whether it becomes a disruptive force in American politics or fades like past third-party efforts remains to be seen. What’s certain is that both Democrats and Republicans will be watching closely.

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