Overview

• A July 4 poll on X drew over 1.2 million responses, with more than 65 percent voting to break away from the two-party system, prompting Musk to officially form the America Party on July 5.
• The new party will concentrate on just 2–3 Senate seats and 8–10 House districts to serve as the deciding vote on contentious legislation.
• President Trump derided the effort as “ridiculous” and warned he could cut federal subsidies to Musk’s companies or even pursue deportation over the split.
• Musk’s announcement follows his $277 million backing of Trump’s 2024 campaign and a stint leading the DOGE efficiency unit before clashing over the $3.3 trillion spending bill.
• Analysts warn that complex state ballot-access rules and federal contribution caps could hinder any rapid third-party breakthrough despite Musk’s resources.