US EditionMusk announces forming of 'America Party' in further break from Trump
UNITED STATES, JUL 08 – Elon Musk aims to disrupt US politics by targeting key congressional seats and backing crucial votes to challenge the entrenched two-party dominance, with 65% public support in a recent poll.
- Elon Musk announced forming a new political entity called the America Party but has not detailed formal steps taken to establish it.
- This move follows a public split between Musk and President Trump over the Republican tax cuts bill that Musk called 'insane.'
- Musk has taken feedback from users and stated he would use the party to re-engage in federal elections, though its impact remains unclear.
- Trump criticized Musk’s initiative as 'ridiculous' and a 'train wreck,' warning third parties only bring disruption and chaos.
- The America Party’s future influence is uncertain given required FEC registrations, ballot access challenges, and Musk’s prior $250 million support for Trump.
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