Elon Musk launches the America Party, pledging support for gun rights, bitcoin, free speech, and regulatory reform.

Musk Announces New Political Movement

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has formally unveiled the America Party, a new political force he says will challenge the longstanding dominance of the two major parties in the United States. In a series of statements on X, Musk outlined the party’s guiding principles, prominently emphasizing support for the Second Amendment and bitcoin, as well as a focus on free speech and streamlined government regulation.

Responding directly to users’ questions, Musk declared, "The Second Amendment is sacred," signaling unequivocal support for gun rights. When asked whether the America Party would embrace bitcoin as part of its economic platform, he responded, "Fiat is hopeless, so yes," further clarifying his commitment to digital currency as an alternative to traditional fiat systems.

The America Party’s platform, as Musk described it, will prioritize reducing national debt, responsible government spending, modernizing the military through artificial intelligence and robotics, promoting technology and innovation, and lowering regulation—especially in the energy sector. Free speech and centrist positions on broader issues also form core tenets of the party’s mission.

Shaking Up the Political Status Quo

Musk positioned the America Party as an alternative to what he called a "one-party system" that, in his view, has led to waste and corruption. "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," Musk wrote on X, rallying supporters around a message of individual liberty and political reform.

Although Musk did not rule out supporting a presidential candidate in the near future, he indicated that the party’s primary focus over the next 12 months will be on winning seats in the U.S. House and Senate. By aiming to disrupt the existing party structure and offering voters a platform rooted in technological progress, fiscal responsibility, and personal freedom, Musk’s America Party is poised to play a significant role in upcoming elections.

As the 2026 midterms approach, the America Party’s influence and Musk’s personal brand are expected to draw heightened scrutiny and interest from both political observers and the wider electorate. The emergence of this new party could signal a notable shift in the American political landscape, particularly among voters seeking alternatives to traditional party politics.