Elon Musk may be reconsidering his aspirations for a third political party after concerns from conservatives that it could divert votes from the Republican Party.
A Tuesday report from the Wall Street Journal indicated that Musk is “quietly pumping the brakes” on the formation of the America Party and may instead support another Republican politician.
‘Nothing @WSJ says should ever be thought of as true.’
In late June, amid Musk’s falling-out with President Donald Trump over the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the Tesla CEO called for “an alternative to the Democrat-Republican uniparty so that the people actually have a VOICE.”
“If this insane spending bill passes, the America Party will be formed the next day,” Musk declared.
Several Republican politicians, including Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, warned Musk that a third party would likely act as a spoiler, ultimately benefiting the Democratic Party.
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According to the WSJ’s report citing anonymous sources, it appears that Musk is considering that advice. Musk has reportedly told his allies that he plans to concentrate on his businesses and does not want to alienate Republicans, particularly Vice President JD Vance, by forming a third party.
The news outlet reported that Musk and Vance have been in touch in recent weeks. Musk has allegedly stated to close allies that he would back Vance should he decide to run for president in 2028.
“Musk’s allies said he hasn’t formally ruled out creating a new party and could change his mind as the midterm elections near,” the WSJ stated.
However, Musk reportedly canceled a July call with a group that specializes in organizing third-party campaigns, and he has not recently engaged with individuals who have expressed interest in the America Party.
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Charlie Kirk responded to the WSJ’s report in a post on social media.
“Elon Musk is reportedly reconsidering his bid to launch a third party and instead put his support behind Vice President JD Vance should he decide to run, per a new report from the WSJ. Will have to wait for confirmation from Elon, but this would be very positive news for the country if true,” Kirk wrote.
When reached for comment, a spokesperson for Vance directed the WSJ to the vice president’s recent interview with the Gateway Pundit, during which he stated he hopes Musk will “come back into the fold” during the midterm elections.
While Musk did not respond to a request for comment from the WSJ, he dismissed the outlet’s reporting in a post on X.
“Nothing @WSJ says should ever be thought of as true,” he wrote without elaborating further.
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