Former Vice President Dick Cheney has announced that he will be voting for Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming election. His daughter, Liz Cheney, who is also a Republican, had previously endorsed Harris as well. Dick Cheney cited Trump as a threat to the nation and democracy, leading him to support Harris. The Harris campaign welcomed Cheney’s endorsement and highlighted the importance of putting country over partisanship. In response, Trump criticized both Cheneys as Republicans in Name Only.
Liz Cheney has been outspoken in her criticism of Trump and his impact on democracy. She lost her congressional seat and faced backlash from the GOP for her views. Now, she is supporting Harris and also endorsing Rep. Colin Allred for Senate in Texas over Ted Cruz. Allred welcomed Cheney’s support and emphasized their shared belief in protecting democracy.
Many other Republicans have come out in support of Harris, including former staff members of previous Republican administrations who see her as a better alternative. Harris has gained support from prominent GOP critics of Trump, such as Adam Kinzinger. Overall, the Cheneys’ decision to support Harris reflects a growing trend of Republicans who are prioritizing country over party loyalty in response to the perceived threats posed by Trump to democracy.
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