Donald Trump publicly criticized Elon Musk for launching the “America Party,” calling him a “political train wreck” and saying third parties only cause chaos. Trump touted the GOP’s repeal of the federal EV mandate, a goal Musk didn’t oppose. He also recalled Musk once asked to appoint a friend to lead NASA. The feud escalated as Musk slammed Trump’s bill, backed an opposing lawmaker, and was threatened with deportation. Despite losing Republican favor, Musk gained attention from independents with his new party.