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Musk’s America Party Looms as GOP Spoiler for Trump in 2026

In a bold move that could reshape the 2026 midterms, Elon Musk has launched the America Party, signaling a dramatic split from former President Donald Trump and the Republican establishment. Announced on July 5, 2025, via Musk’s verified X account, the party aims to represent the “80% in the middle,” focusing on debt reduction, deregulation, limited government, and tech-driven reform. Posts on X indicate Musk plans to field candidates in 2–3 Senate races and 8–10 House districts, potentially skimming up to 15% of GOP voters without significantly impacting Democrats.

FILE – President Donald Trump, right, speaks during a news conference with Elon Musk in the Oval Office of the White House, Friday, May 30, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)

The America Party’s formation follows Musk’s public fallout with Trump over the president’s recent tax cuts, which Musk criticized as fiscally irresponsible. Political analysts warn that the party could threaten the GOP’s slim congressional majority, acting as a spoiler in key races. “This is a wild card that could upend the midterms, particularly for Republicans,” noted one outlet on X. While some see it as a fresh alternative to partisan gridlock, others view it as a direct challenge to Trump’s influence, with one user declaring, “MAGA is long forgotten.”

As the 2026 elections approach, the America Party’s focus on free speech and economic discipline is gaining traction among disillusioned voters. Whether it fractures the GOP or carves out a new political niche, Musk’s gamble is set to make waves.

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