Former Republican Vice President Dick Cheney has unexpectedly aligned with Democrats, expressing his support for Vice President Kamala Harris and warning against the threat posed by former President Donald Trump. Cheney, once a divisive figure for many on the left, has now openly criticized Trump for attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 election and inciting violence during the Capitol insurrection. Cheney’s public backing of Harris has been praised by Democrats, despite his previous conservative views and criticisms of figures like Barack Obama and Colin Powell.
Cheney’s daughter, Liz Cheney, has also joined in supporting Harris, emphasizing the importance of putting country over party loyalty. Other prominent Republicans, including George W. Bush, Mike Pence, John Kelly, and Mitt Romney, have not endorsed a second Trump term but have not openly supported Harris either. Trump has responded by calling Cheney a “Republican in Name Only” and continuing his attacks on the Cheney family.
The unexpected alliance between Cheney and Democrats highlights the ongoing division within the Republican Party over Trump’s influence and the future direction of the party. Democrats have expressed cautious appreciation for Cheney’s support, recognizing the significance of prominent Republicans crossing party lines to oppose Trump. Despite their past differences, Democrats are now finding common ground with individuals like Cheney in their shared goal of defending democracy and the Constitution.
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