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Elon Musk recently sparked conversation about the possibility of a third political party, a concept that resonates with more than half of voters according to a recent national survey. However, the majority of respondents expressed hesitation about having Musk associated with the party.
The survey revealed that 53% of voters believe that having a third major party is a good idea, compared to 42% who disagree. This marks a significant shift from a previous survey conducted in 2010.
Independents and Democrats are more supportive of a third party, while Republicans are more skeptical. The data suggests that dissatisfaction with the current political landscape is driving interest in a new political party.
The survey also indicated that while voters are open to the idea of a third party, they are wary of one led by Elon Musk. A majority of respondents (75%) expressed reluctance to support a party affiliated with the billionaire.
Support for a Musk-led political party was more prominent among certain demographics, such as Republican men and independents. However, overall, the idea of a party led by Musk did not garner widespread support.
Despite the interest in a third major party, many voters expressed concerns about the qualifications of third-party candidates and the impact they may have on elections.
The survey results highlight the complex dynamics of third parties in the U.S., with voters expressing a desire for more options but remaining cautious about supporting candidates they perceive as having limited viability.
Overall, the data suggests that while there is interest in a third political party, the current political system poses significant challenges for new entrants into the political arena.
Conducted July 18-21, 2025, under the direction of Beacon Research (D) and Shaw & Company Research (R), this survey includes interviews with a sample of 1,000 registered voters randomly selected from a national voter file. The margin of sampling error is ±3 percentage points. Question wording and order may impact results. Weights are applied to ensure demographic representation.
