Elon Musk launches America Party after clash with Trump
Elon Musk announces a new political party in the US following a public feud with President Trump over a controversial tax and spending bill.
Published on: 05/07/2025 - 23:57 GMT+2
Elon Musk has announced the creation of a new political party in the United States, just weeks after a public fallout with President Donald Trump. The tech billionaire revealed on his social media platform X that he is forming the America Party, which he claims will "give you back your freedom." The party aims to challenge the traditional two-party system dominated by Republicans and Democrats.
Key Points:
- Announcement Timing: Musk's announcement comes a day after Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping tax-cut and spending bill that Musk has vehemently opposed.
- Party Goals: The America Party seeks to address what Musk calls a "one-party system" that "bankrupts our country with waste & graft."
- Public Support: Musk polled his followers on July 4, with a 2-to-1 majority favoring the creation of a new political party.
Background:
Musk initially supported Trump's re-election bid, both publicly and financially, and held a high-profile role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). However, he left the position in May, citing the end of his "scheduled time" as a special government employee. Trump praised Musk at the time, calling him "one of the greatest business leaders and innovators the world has ever produced."
The Breaking Point:
The relationship soured after the House of Representatives passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which Trump signed into law on Friday. Musk criticized the bill as a "massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill" and warned it would increase the "already gigantic budget deficit" and burden Americans with "crushingly unsustainable debt."
Trump's Response:
Earlier this week, Trump threatened to cut federal subsidies to Musk's companies and even hinted at considering deportation. This escalation underscores the deepening rift between the two figures.
What’s Next:
Musk plans to launch the America Party "next year," though it remains unclear if the party has been formally registered with election authorities. The move signals a potential shake-up in the U.S. political landscape, as Musk seeks to disrupt the status quo.
"When it comes to bankrupting our country with waste & graft, we live in a one-party system, not a democracy," Musk wrote on X.
About the Author
Dr. Sarah Chen
AI Research Expert
A seasoned AI expert with 15 years of research experience, formerly worked at Stanford AI Lab for 8 years, specializing in machine learning and natural language processing. Currently serves as technical advisor for multiple AI companies and regularly contributes AI technology analysis articles to authoritative media like MIT Technology Review.