Elon Musk’s latest X poll has conservatives scratching their heads. On June 5, 2025, the tech mogul asked if America needs a new political party for the “80% in the middle,” sparking a firestorm amid his public spat with President Donald Trump.
The New York Post reported that Musk’s poll, which garnered over 4.7 million votes with 80% in favor, came as his relationship with Trump soured fast.
The feud erupted Thursday when Trump, from the Oval Office, called out Musk for opposing a tax cut and spending bill. Bad blood doesn’t brew this quickly without a deeper rift.
Trump didn’t hold back, venting on Truth Social that Musk was “wearing thin” and had “gone CRAZY.” He even claimed he asked Musk to exit his administration, a jab that stings for a man like Musk, who thrives on influence. The president’s words sound like a breakup, and it’s getting messy.
Musk fired back, urging Republicans to back him over Trump, pointing out his “40+ years” of influence compared to Trump’s remaining 3.5 years in office. That’s a power play, not a plea—classic Musk flexing his long-game muscle. But betting against Trump’s base is a risky gamble.
Trump upped the ante, threatening to yank government contracts and subsidies from Musk’s companies.
For a man whose empire relies on federal goodwill, that’s a gut punch. Actions, as they say, have consequences.
Musk’s poll question, asking if it’s “time to create a new political party,” feels less like a brainstorm and more like a gauntlet thrown. Over 80% of respondents agreed, but X isn’t exactly a neutral town hall. Polls like these stir the pot, and Musk knows it.
The feud took a darker turn when Musk accused Trump of hiding Jeffrey Epstein-related documents. He claimed Trump’s name appears in those files, calling it the “real reason” they’re still under wraps. That’s a bombshell allegation, and conservatives deserve transparency, not conspiracies.
“Time to drop the really big bomb,” Musk posted on X, taunting Trump with the Epstein jab. It’s a low blow, even for a feud this heated, and risks alienating the MAGA faithful who still back Trump. Musk’s playing with fire here.
Just days earlier, on May 30, 2025, Trump and Musk were in the Oval Office together, smiling for reporters. That photo-op feels like ancient history now. How do two titans go from allies to enemies in a week?
Musk didn’t stop at Epstein. He openly supported impeaching Trump, a move that’s less about principle and more about settling scores. For conservatives, this feels like a betrayal from a man once hailed as a free-speech warrior.
Trump’s threat to gut Musk’s subsidies isn’t just talk—it’s a policy hammer. Tesla, SpaceX, and Starlink rely on government deals, and Trump’s MAGA base expects him to follow through. It’s a reminder: loyalty in politics isn’t optional.
Musk’s claim of outlasting Trump with “40+ years” of influence sounds like hubris to some, a strategy to others. He’s betting on his vision outshining Trump’s tenure, but conservatives value results, not promises. Time will tell who’s got the stronger hand.
The idea of a new party resonates with conservatives fed up with establishment games, but Musk’s timing raises eyebrows. Launching a movement amid a personal vendetta doesn’t scream unity—it screams spite. A true leader builds bridges, not grudges.
Trump’s MAGA movement thrives on loyalty, and Musk’s poll feels like a direct challenge. Yet, 80% of X voters agreeing with him shows the appetite for change is real. The question is whether Musk can deliver or if this is just another tweetstorm.
