Quick Bytes
- Liz Cheney highlights the rise of a “Putin wing” within the GOP.
- Cheney criticizes Trump’s stance on NATO and his silence on Alexei Navalny’s death.
- Cheney vows to prevent the “Putin wing” from entering the White House.
Cheney’s Warning on GOP’s “Putin Wing”
Former Representative Liz Cheney has voiced her concerns about a faction within the Republican Party that she refers to as the “Putin wing,” which she believes poses a threat to U.S. democracy and national security. In a candid interview on CNN’s “State of the Union,” Cheney expressed her alarm over former President Donald Trump’s recent remarks that undermine NATO’s collective defense principle and his lack of response to the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
Cheney’s Stance on Trump and NATO
Cheney, a known critic of Trump, emphasized the dangers of Trump’s foreign policy approach, particularly his suggestion that he would not honor NATO’s defense commitments. She labeled such comments as “disgraceful” and a departure from the bipartisan support for NATO since its inception. Cheney’s focus is on safeguarding U.S. national security interests and ensuring that those within the GOP who align with Trump’s views do not gain control of the presidency.
No Endorsements Yet
While Cheney has not endorsed any presidential candidates nor declared her own candidacy, she is determined to do whatever it takes to prevent Trump from returning to office. She draws parallels between Trump’s threats of investigating political rivals and the actions taken by Putin against Navalny, highlighting the potential risks to the rule of law under Trump’s leadership.
Cheney’s Call to Action
Cheney’s call to action is clear: to prevent the “Putin wing” of the GOP from compromising the integrity of the White House and to maintain the United States’ commitments to its allies. Her message is a rallying cry for those within the party who recognize the importance of upholding democratic values and national security.
