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Elon Musk's plan to create an 'America Party' signals potential fractures within Trump's Republican coalition, driven by dissatisfaction with both parties and historical precedents of insurgent parties. Experts suggest Musk's top-down approach and focus on issues like national debt could influence key races, but the longevity of such a party remains uncertain, especially if it fails to develop lasting ideas that resonate with voters.
Republican state lawmakers in Montana have advanced legislation that would establish a top-two primary election for the US Senate next year, when Democratic Senator Jon Tester is up for re-election. The bill would establish a version of a “jungle primary,” in which every candidate, regardless of party, runs in the same primary election. The top two vote-getters would advance to the general election, meaning third parties would almost certainly be kept off the ballot. Democrats decried the bill as a “partisan power grab,” targeting just one specific race in just one specific election.
Disney CEO Bob Iger has stated that the company will not license its core Marvel, Disney, Pixar or Star Wars products to third parties, but will consider licensing other products "on occasion." Iger acknowledged that the company had previously licensed valuable content to third parties, but had taken control back in order to successfully enter the streaming business. The comments were made during the company's annual meeting, which was conducted virtually this year.