Tesla CEO Elon Musk has declared the establishment of a new political entity, the ‘American Party,’ amidst his ongoing disagreements with former US President Donald Trump. Musk stated his intention to ‘give you (US citizens) your freedom back,’ criticizing the current political landscape for lacking diverse options, and asserting that the United States operates under a ‘one-party system, not a democracy.’ This decision followed a poll on X, where a significant majority of users expressed support for the creation of a new party. Musk’s criticisms have centered on the ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ a piece of legislation passed by Congress and signed by Trump, which Musk has publicly opposed due to its potential impact on the national deficit. He has also indicated his support for challengers to Republicans who endorsed Trump’s bill and plans to defend Representative Thomas Massie, a prominent opponent of the legislation. While the party has been announced, detailed plans remain forthcoming.
