Overview

• Elon Musk announced the America Party on July 5 via his X account, signaling his entry into third‐party politics.
• The launch follows Musk’s public split with President Trump after he denounced Trump’s recent tax‐and‐spending legislation as unsustainable.
• President Trump and Treasury officials have criticized the initiative, warning Musk to refocus on his businesses rather than political disruption.
• Despite high‐profile endorsements, the America Party has not registered with the Federal Election Commission, named any candidates or released a platform.
• Analysts warn that strict state‐by‐state signature requirements and winner‐take‐all rules present steep ballot‐access barriers before the 2026 midterms.