Opinion: While Musk has enormous wealth and influence, historically it has been difficult for third parties to succeed in the United States.

Musk has announced the formation of the "American Party," and related topics once topped the Baidu hot search list. However, analysts believe that even for someone like Musk, who possesses enormous wealth and influence, and has demonstrated unquestionable mobilization capabilities on the internet with loyal, high-profile, and influential followers, the obstacles for a "third party" remain deeply entrenched. Public reports show that historically, it has been difficult for "third parties" in the United States to achieve political success. American businessman Ross Perot won nearly 19% of the popular vote in the 1992 election, but failed to win a single electoral vote. Ralph Nader was labeled a "spoiler" in the 2000 election. More recently, the "Forward Party" founded by Chinese-American entrepreneur and former presidential candidate Andrew Yang has gained attention, but struggles to gain traction. (券商中国) [Odaily星球日报]