Musk’s "America Party" could pull voters from Republicans defending seats in tight districts, Democrats believe.

Politics. Elon Musk and other Tesla executives talked about the negative impact of President Donald Trump’s tariff policy and tax bill, but Musk didn’t grab the chance to tout the “America Party” he said he was starting earlier this month.

According toJune 2024 Gallup polling, over the last 25 years, Americans have remained constant in leaning to the right on economic issues, but have shifted left on social issues. Meanwhile,April 2025 Gallup numbersshowed 81 percent of those polled expressing a “great deal” or “fair amount” of worry about federal spending and the budget deficit—a jaw-dropping number.

What if the third-party movement was being spearheaded by one of the most politically toxic people in America? Is Elon Musk the best face for this?

Elon Musk's America Party is the latest example of the CEO jumping into action to solve what he views as a problem — regardless of the odds.

Elon Musk launched the "America Party" Saturday, calling for an end to the “uniparty" system after President Donald Trump signed the "big, beautiful bill" into law.

President Donald Trump didn't hold back when addressing Elon Musk's plans for a new political party, labeling the idea as "ridiculous." While Musk may find amusement in this endeavor, Trump firmly believes that America thrives under its established two-party system.