Trump Slams Musk’s America Party as ‘Ridiculous’

Amid ongoing political tensions, Donald Trump has criticized Elon Musk's ambitions to create a third political party called the America Party, calling it "ridiculous." Trump, formerly aligned with Musk, expressed dismay over Musk's recent positions, particularly on electric vehicle mandates, which clash with his administration's policies.

In a surprising turn of events, former U.S. President Donald Trump has openly criticized Elon Musk's plan to launch a new political party dubbed the America Party. Speaking to reporters prior to boarding Air Force One, Trump stated, "I think it's ridiculous to start a third party. It's always been a two-party system and I think starting a third party just adds to the confusion."

Musk, who had been teasing his political ambitions for weeks, officially announced the formation of the America Party over the weekend on social media platform X. This new party aims to provide an alternative to the long-standing Republican and Democratic institutions that dominate American politics.

Trump's remarks echoed his disappointment in Musk, whom he once considered a close ally. Following Musk's announcement, Trump took to his Truth Social platform to express his concerns about Musk's recent pivot, describing the billionaire as having gone "completely off the rails." Trump's scathing response particularly addressed Musk's proposal for an "Electric Vehicle (EV) Mandate," warning that such a measure would unduly pressure consumers to switch to electric vehicles rapidly.

Furthermore, the former president highlighted that his administration's tax and spending plan, signed into law on July 4th, excluded tax breaks for electric vehicles while allowing individuals more freedom to choose their fuel types. Specifically, Trump stated, "People are now allowed to buy whatever they want - Gasoline Powered, Hybrids (which are doing very well), or New Technologies as they come about - No more EV Mandate."

The political rift between Trump and Musk is notable, especially given Musk's previous role leading the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) during Trump's presidency, where he aimed to streamline federal spending. The fallout appears influenced by Musk's critique of Trump's spending plans amidst a broader governmental budget that includes contentious cuts to healthcare and food-support systems while increasing funding for border security, defense, and energy production.

As tensions rise, the future of the America Party and Musk's political ambitions remain uncertain, leaving many to wonder how this split will affect both their legacies in American politics.