Elon Musk’s Secret Move to Undermine Trump Sparks MAGA Outrage
The Unpredictable Alliance Between Elon Musk and Donald Trump
Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, has been at the center of a highly publicized relationship with former President Donald Trump. Their dynamic has drawn significant attention from political observers, but Musk’s recent actions may mark his most audacious move yet.
Launching the America Party
On Sunday, Musk officially filed a Statement of Organization with the Federal Election Commission for his new political party, the “America Party.” This follows weeks of threats against the Republican Party (GOP), particularly those who supported Trump’s budget bill. The legislation narrowly passed through Congress after intense debate and internal GOP conflicts.
Musk proposed focusing on key Senate seats and House districts to influence legislative decisions, stating that such an approach could serve as the deciding vote on contentious laws, ensuring they reflect the people’s true will.
Current Political Landscape
Republicans currently hold slim majorities in both the House and Senate. In the U.S. Senate, 53 seats are held by Republicans, while the House has 220 Republican seats compared to 212 Democratic ones. Three seats remain vacant due to the passing of members.
Trump’s budget bill passed with narrow margins, with some GOP members voting against it. In the Senate, the vote was 51-50, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaker. Several Republican Senators, including Susan Collins, Rand Paul, and Thom Tillis, joined Democrats in opposing the bill. In the House, the vote was 218-214, with Thomas Massie and Brian Fitzpatrick voting no.
Social Media Conflict
The debate over the budget bill led to a social media clash between Musk and Trump. Musk threatened to use his wealth to start a third political party, while Trump responded with threats of deportation against the naturalized American citizen.
Before the bill passed, Musk criticized lawmakers who campaigned on cutting spending but supported the bill, vowing to ensure they lose their primary elections. He also called for a new political party, arguing that the bill’s spending reflected a “one-party country — the PORKY PIG PARTY!”
Musk’s Political Influence
Musk founded the AmericaPAC super PAC in 2024, which raised over $260 million last year, much of it supporting Republicans in swing districts. Over $88 million went directly to Trump.
The Senate version of Trump’s bill, which passed the House on Wednesday, is estimated to add between $3.3 billion and $4.5 billion to the national debt. Musk criticized the bill’s spending, noting that it increases the debt ceiling by a record five trillion dollars.
Third Party Precedents
Despite the challenges of establishing a national third party or independent presidential campaigns, state-level races offer different opportunities. There have been instances where third-party candidates have run and even won.
Two U.S. Senate seats are currently held by Independents, though they caucus with Democrats. Throughout history, several U.S. Senate members have been elected outside the two major parties. For example, Independent Greg Orman ran against Pat Roberts in 2014, receiving 42.5% of the vote.
Musk’s Silence and Support
After the congressional vote on Trump’s budget bill, Musk remained silent but later praised Republican Senator Rand Paul and Congressman Thomas Massie for voting against the bill. He used an emoji to show support for their decision.
Musk previously threatened to primary any GOP lawmakers who voted in favor of Trump’s legislation. However, some Republican lawmakers dismissed his threats, claiming he is a patriot who identifies how tax money is spent.
Mixed Reactions from Allies
While some Republicans downplayed Musk’s potential impact, others, like venture capitalist James Fishback, withdrew support for Tesla and Musk. Fishback cited Musk’s announcement of a new political party as the reason for postponing the public listing of his Azoria Tesla Convexity ETF.
Massie and Paul, two Kentucky lawmakers, were among the few GOP members who opposed the bill. Musk defended them, raising questions about whether his support signals a broader shift in his political strategy.
Conclusion
As Musk continues to navigate the complex landscape of American politics, his actions and alliances with figures like Trump will likely shape future political dynamics. Whether his new party will gain traction remains to be seen, but his influence is already making waves in the political arena.