JD Vance warned Elon Musk that launching a third party would be a “huge mistake” and urged him instead to stay “loyal” to Donald Trump’s GOP. Vance’s plea comes after reports that Musk is offering to support his bid to replace Trump in 2028 as candidates try to prepare behind the scenes without angering the president.

Elon Musk is considering backing Vice President JD Vance in the 2028 presidential election, according to reports on the billionaire's political movements.

Vice President JD Vance has criticized former DOGE head Elon Musk amid rumors the Tesla billionaire is abandoning plans of forming a new political party and supporting Vance’s 2028 presidential campaign instead.