Trump Critiques Musk's New Political Party as "Ridiculous"

President Donald Trump dismissed Elon Musk’s idea of forming a new political party, labeling it "ridiculous" while asserting the dominance of the two-party system. The tensions between the former allies highlight differing perspectives on government spending and energy policies.

US President Donald Trump did not hold back during a recent press interaction, expressing strong disapproval of Elon Musk's newly proposed political party, dubbed the America Party. "I think it's ridiculous to start a third party," Trump asserted as he prepared to board Air Force One. He justified his stance by emphasizing that the United States has traditionally operated within a two-party framework, arguing that introducing a third party would contribute to political chaos rather than clarity.

Musk, who has been teasing this venture for several weeks, unveiled his plans over the weekend through a post on social media platform X, stating that the America Party aims to challenge the dominant Republican and Democratic parties, which he referred to as part of a "Uniparty". This initiative comes after Musk previously led the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), a role aimed at cutting federal expenditures, and has drawn attention for his vocal critiques of increasing national debt due to government spending.

In further comments, Musk indicated that while the new America Party could support a presidential candidate in the future, the primary focus for the upcoming year would be congressional elections. Twitter presence and media commentary suggested that Musk's push for a new political direction was informed by his growing dissatisfaction with existing policies.

Adding to the friction, Trump took to his Truth Social platform to express his dismay with Musk’s recent actions, describing him as being "off the rails" and a "train wreck" in the past several weeks. Trump's remarks were particularly pointed regarding Musk's advocacy for an "Electric Vehicle (EV) Mandate," which Trump argued would have compelled consumers to ditch gasoline vehicles for electric counterparts prematurely. Contrary to Musk’s proposals, Trump's recently signed tax and spending legislation, finalized on July 4, notably eliminated tax incentives for electric vehicles, sparking further debate on the future of transportation policy and energy dependence.

As the political landscape continues to evolve, the friction between these high-profile figures not only highlights personal rifts but also reflects deeper ideological divisions over the role of government, public spending, and future energy strategies in the United States.