Elon Musk has fired up the US political scene by launching the new "America Party" amid growing fury over Trump's tax-cut and spending bill – dubbed the "big and beautiful bill." Musk declared, "Today, the America Party is formed to give you back your freedom," setting the tone for what promises to be a dramatic shake-up in politics. 🚀
On U.S. Independence Day, Musk conducted a poll on his X platform where more than 1.2 million responses showed about 65% backing his idea of a new political party. In a follow-up post he exclaimed, "By a factor of 2 to 1, you want a new political party and you shall have it!"
Musk’s announcement comes with an intriguing hint about contesting future elections. Asked whether the "America Party" would join the 2026 midterms or the 2028 presidential race, his simple reply was a compelling "Next year." While legal formalities like conventions, officer elections, and filing with U.S. election authorities have yet to be addressed, the buzz is undeniable.
This daring political move marks a very public break in Musk's relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump. Once close allies—with Musk even heading the so-called Department of Government Efficiency—tensions escalated after Musk resigned and launched scathing criticism of the tax bill, describing it as "utterly insane and destructive."
The drama hit a new peak when Trump warned that Musk could face severe repercussions, including the potential loss of his U.S. residency. Trump even quipped, "DOGE is the monster that might have to go back and eat Elon," a remark that added an extra dose of surreal humor to an already heated exchange.
Speaking at the World Peace Forum, Thomas Fingar of the Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center noted that this escalating feud now resembles a high-stakes reality TV show more than a traditional policy debate. Whether the America Party will solidify its legal footing and become a key player in future elections remains to be seen.
For now, Musk’s bold initiative has everyone watching closely as US politics enters a new, unpredictable chapter. Stay tuned for more updates on this political rollercoaster! 🔥
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Fueled by fury over Trump's tax bill, Musk launches 'America Party'
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