Former U.S. President Donald Trump publicly mocked Elon Musk’s rumored political party, calling the idea “ridiculous” during a campaign livestream.
The comment came during a conversation hosted on X (formerly Twitter), Musk’s own platform.
Musk has been flirting with the idea of launching a centrist political movement, possibly to challenge both major U.S. parties.
Trump, who is running for re-election, sees Musk’s move as a distraction that could split conservative votes.
Their Relationship,
Despite past collaboration and mutual praise, tensions have grown:
Musk previously endorsed Trump.
Trump’s return to X was seen as a boost for the platform, but he remains committed to his own network, Truth Social.
Why It Matters:
A Musk-led party could disrupt the 2024 U.S. election landscape, especially among younger, tech-savvy voters.
Trump’s dismissal signals growing unease about potential challengers from outside the traditional political spectrum.
(source bbc.com)
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