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Engadget
21 hours ago
- Business
- Engadget
Elon Musk's proposed America Party is already attracting the attention of the ultra-rich
Just a day after former White House advisor Elon Musk claimed on X that he's creating a new political party in the US, some deep-pocketed figures have offered support and potential interest. Replying to an X post that said the America Party would offer "independence from the two-party system," billionaire Mark Cuban and investment banker Anthony Scaramucci both replied to Musk, providing some possible next steps. After celebrating the America Party announcement post with emojis, Cuban said that he works with the Center for Competitive Democracy and could help get Musk's party on ballots. Scaramucci also responded on X, saying he would "like to meet to discuss." To view this content, you'll need to update your privacy settings. Please click here and view the "Content and social-media partners" setting to do so. Scaramucci previously served as the White House communications director in 2017 during Trump's first term before being dismissed 10 days in. The former Trump ally has since crossed to the other side of the political aisle and supported both Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential campaigns. Similarly, Cuban previously supported Harris and was even tied to the Democratic candidate as a potential running mate. While there are still plenty of questions about Musk's proposed political party that comes after a hostile fallout with Trump, the Tesla CEO's post on X indicated that it would focus on taking over "two or three Senate seats and eight to 10 House districts." It's unclear if Musk has already filed the necessary paperwork to officially establish the America Party. The latest filings with the Federal Election Commission show several documents that reference Musk's new party, but the veracity of these is questionable, and they sit alongside a slew of apparent joke filings, including the "American Meme Party," "The Diddy Party" and "The DOGE Party."
Mint
21 hours ago
- Politics
- Mint
Elon Musk's new America Party sparks support and bitter backlash. Check the list of who's backing him and who's not
Elon Musk's America Party has quickly become a lightning rod for both interest and controversy, with prominent figures including Mark Cuban and Anthony Scaramucci signaling early curiosity—and some Trump allies already lashing out. After Musk announced the creation of the 'America Party' on X (formerly Twitter), billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban chimed in with an encouraging reply. Cuban wrote: 'I work with [Center for Competitive Democracy]. They will help you get on ballots. That is their mission.' The Center for Competitive Democracy is known for helping independent candidates qualify for state ballots, underscoring that Musk's effort could quickly become a serious logistical operation. Anthony Scaramucci, who briefly served as Donald Trump's White House communications director in 2017, also expressed interest. In a short post, Scaramucci said: 'I would like to meet to discuss.' Other tech and social media personalities voiced enthusiasm, including Brian Krassenstein, who asked: 'Awesome! Where can we see more information?' While some were excited, Trump's allies were swift to condemn Musk's move. On his podcast The War Room, former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon launched an especially personal attack: 'The buffoon. Elmo the Mook, formerly known as Elon Musk, Elmo the Mook. He's today, in another smear, and this—only a foreigner could do this—think about it, he's got up on Twitter right now, a poll about starting an America Party, a non-American starting an America Party.' Bannon added: 'No, brother, you're not an American. You're a South African. We take enough time and prove the facts of that, you should be deported because it's a crime of what you did—among many.' Trump ally Laura Loomer speculated that well-known conservatives like Tucker Carlson, Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Thomas Massie could side with Musk. Musk's decision follows a feud with Donald Trump over what is called "One Big Beautiful Bill'—a tax and spending package. Musk recently severed ties with the Trump White House, where he had been tapped to lead the Department of Government Efficiency. On Saturday, Musk formalised the split, posting: 'Today, the America Party is formed to give you back your freedom.' He cited a July 4 poll of his followers in which 65.4% supported forming a new party. Although Musk, a foreign-born US citizen, cannot run for President himself, he is legally allowed to bankroll third-party candidates and help them get on the ballot in all 50 states. And, the America Party could immediately complicate both Republican and Democratic strategies in the 2026 midterms.
Time of India
a day ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Who will join Elon Musk's America Party? Mark Cuban offers help, Anthony Scaramucci says, 'My DMs are...'
Elon Musk announced his new America Party but it's not clear whether he would lead the party. Two unlikely allies showed interest after Elon Musk announced the launch of his new America Party in an attempt to break the two-party system of US politics following his disenchantment with President Donald Trump over the 'Big, Beautiful Bill'. Musk had already lost all hope with the Democrats and switched his allegiance to the GOP after years of being loyal to the Democrats. A Democratic billionaire who is mostly at odds with Elon Musk and who backed Kamala Harris in the 2024 election, Mark Cuban was one of the first prominent figures to respond to Elon Musk. Cuban said Center for Competitive Democracy could get Elon Musk's new party on ballots. "I work with @voterchoice (Center for Competitive Democracy). They will help you get on ballots," Cuban added. "That is their mission." Former member of Trump's first administration Anthony Scaramucci, who also endorsed Kamala Harris, offered his assistance. "I would like to meet to discuss," he responded to Elon. "My DMs are open," he added. Both Mark Cuban and Anthony Scaramucci responded to Elon Musk's post announcing the formation of the America Party in which Elon wrote: "By a factor of 2 to 1, you want a new political party and you shall have it!. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Providers are furious: Internet access without a subscription! Techno Mag Learn More Undo When it comes to bankrupting our country with waste & graft, we live in a one-party system, not a democracy. Today, the America Party is formed to give you back your freedom." It is not yet known whether the America Party is officially registered or not. It's not clear whether Elon Musk would be the face of the party, himself; as he can't run the presidential election as he was not born in the US. Tucker Carlson, MTG or Thomas Massie? Trump ally Laura Loomer came up with her interesting prediction that Tucker Carlson, Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie will join Elon Musk -- as all three of them had a beef with Trump. Thomas Massie vehemently opposed the spending bill which was the flashpoint between Musk and Trump while Tucker Carlson and Greene were opposed to US dropping bombs on Iran's nuclear facilities.
