Elon Musk took to X (formerly Twitter) on July 5 to declare he’s launching a new political party in the U.S. named the America Party, aiming to “give you back your freedom.” He cited a poll on X—where over 1.2 million followers responded, with roughly 65% in favor—as validation of the move.
The announcement follows Musk’s public clash with Donald Trump over the recently passed “One Big Beautiful Bill” (BBB), a sweeping tax and spending legislation. Musk criticized it as a “disgusting abomination” that would explode the federal debt and funnel wealth from the poor to the wealthy
Musk claimed Americans are living under a “one-party system,” not a democracy.
He has also aid the America Party’s strategy will be focused: just 2–3 Senate seats and 8–10 House districts, using targeted funding to shift tight margins.
Once a major donor and adviser, Musk has distanced himself from Trump since leaving his role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Trump responded by threatening to revoke subsidies and contracts for Musk’s companies.
Experts note that building a credible third party is notoriously difficult due to hurdles like state-by-state ballot access and lack of voter infrastructure. Historically, such parties struggle to survive—“like bees that die after they sting.
Musk’s fortune gives him the ability to bankroll campaign—especiallyin select swing districts.