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Elon Musk Hints at ‘Fireworks’ as Trump Signs Major New Bill

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Elon Musk Hints at 'Fireworks' as Trump Signs Major New Bill

Elon Musk, the richest person in the world, ignited a firestorm of speculation on July 4th, a day known for its celebrations and patriotic fervor. This time, however, Musk’s intriguing posts were less about fireworks and more about political shifts.

To kick off Independence Day, Musk shared a patriotic message on his platform X (formerly Twitter): “ Happy birthday, America! ”

But what truly caught attention was his follow-up tweet: “Great day for some… fireworks ”

This statement raised eyebrows. Was Musk talking about literal fireworks, or did this imply upcoming political explosions?

The timing was intriguing. Just one day prior, Congress passed President Donald Trump’s controversial “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which implemented significant cuts, eliminated clean energy subsidies, and made changes to social safety nets. Trump signed the bill into law on July 4th, turning the day into more than just a celebration.

Musk has been vocal against this legislation. On June 30, he warned of forming a new political movement if it passed, tweeting:

“If this insane spending bill passes, the America Party will be formed the next day. Our country needs an alternative to the Democrat-Republican uniparty so that the people actually have a VOICE.”

With the bill now law, Musk is escalating his political rhetoric online.

Musk’s Independence Day Poll

On July 4, Musk took it further by launching a bold poll: “Independence Day is the perfect time to ask if you want independence from the two-party (some would say uniparty) system! Should we create the America Party?” He invited participants to choose between “Yes” or “No.” As of now, nearly 400,000 votes were collected, and the post garnered over 3.6 million views. The poll is set to close on July 5th.

Musk has a history of using polls to influence major decisions. In November 2022, he polled users on reinstating Donald Trump’s banned account. After 15 million votes, he reactivated the former president’s profile based on the decision of the majority.

In another instance, in 2021, he asked followers if he should sell 10% of his Tesla stock to meet tax obligations. With 58% responding yes, he went ahead and sold $5 billion worth of shares. Musk’s polls often have tangible results, which is why many are tuning in now.

A Strategy or a Stunt?

Musk is not just throwing ideas; he is outlining how a third-party movement could be plausible. He stated: “One way to execute on this would be to laser-focus on just two or three Senate seats and eight to ten House districts. Given the razor-thin legislative margins, that would be enough to serve as the deciding vote on contentious laws, ensuring that they serve the true will of the people.”

This strategy might resonate with the 43% of Americans who now identify as independents, highlighting the growing dissatisfaction with the two major parties. However, it’s still unclear whether Musk’s America Party is a genuine initiative or simply political entertainment.

The tech mogul has previously dabbled in high-profile political moves but often retreated. Yet, with Trump returning to power, a bill Musk detests becoming law, and increased scrutiny on technology and energy firms like Tesla, his seriousness could be at an all-time high.

Regardless of whether this marks the beginning of a political movement spearheaded by Musk or another curious July 4 performance, he has strategically placed himself at the forefront of America’s most pressing discussions.

The speculation exploded on X, with users debating the implications of Musk’s recent comments. “If Elon Musk formed an America party, would you support him?” one user posed.

While serious inquiries were made, humor was not lost either. One account quipped, “I just can’t…. I don’t want to know,” and another joked, “you blowing up another rocket?” referring to Musk’s well-known association with SpaceX.

As the events unfold and the public responds, one thing is clear: Elon Musk’s influence continues to shape political discourse in America. If you want to stay updated on this evolving story and explore related content, visit Moyens I/O.