DeSantis Gives Elon Musk an Alternative to His 'America Party'

Dmitri Bolt / Townhall Tipsheet 

 

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has offered Elon Musk some advice, suggesting alternative ways he could put his money to use instead of trying to launch his third party, the "America Party," according to Fox News.

 

Elon Musk has clashed with President Trump in recent weeks over his "Big Beautiful Bill," raising alarms about the national deficit and increased government spending. In response, Musk has recently floated the idea of launching the "America Party," a political movement focused on fiscal responsibility, with the goal of shaking up the 2026 midterm elections. Musk has not ruled out backing a candidate for President in 2028. 

Currently, no active steps have been taken to formally create the "America Party."

Governor DeSantis has pointed out that the introduction of a possible competitive third party runs the risk of letting Democrats win, and they are far more likely to outspend Republicans, by a long shot. However, DeSantis acknowledged Musk's greater point, that Republicans normally run on reigning in spending, and have typically failed to do so. Read more here.