In the politically charged climate of the 2024 presidential race, former Wyoming Republican Representative Liz Cheney’s endorsement of  Kamala Harris has stirred controversy and criticism, particularly from Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders (R-AR).

Former Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., speaks at the Texas Tribune Festival in Austin on Sept. 6, 2024, days after endorsing Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris.

Sanders, a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, has dismissed Cheney’s support of Harris as aligning with the establishment rather than conservative values.

Cheney, who publicly endorsed Harris this Wednesday, expressed concerns over the potential risks a second Trump presidency might impose.

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Despite her assertions, Sanders contends that Cheney’s actions place her firmly in the minority within the Republican Party, suggesting that such endorsements are ultimately negligible in the broader political landscape.

During an appearance on ABC News’s “This Week,” Sanders emphasized the misalignment of Cheney’s actions with Republican principles. “I’m not trying to be rude, but you don’t get to call yourself a conservative or a Republican when you support the most radical nominee that the Democrats have ever put up,” Sanders stated.

She argued that Cheney’s support for Harris does not uphold conservative values and, instead, serves to fortify the existing political establishment.

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This criticism comes ahead of the much-anticipated presidential debate scheduled for this Tuesday—the second in the current election cycle and the first featuring Trump and Harris on the same stage. Sanders pointed out the critical stakes for Harris in the debate, noting her limited interaction with the press and the relative unknowns about her policy positions.

Adding to the complex dynamics of the election, former Vice President Dick Cheney, Liz Cheney’s father, has also endorsed Harris, further complicating the Republican narrative.

His decision, alongside his daughter’s, was praised by Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) for their “courage in defending democracy,” despite it alienating some segments within their own party.

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In contrast, former President George W. Bush has decided to remain aloof from this election cycle, with his office confirming that neither he nor former First Lady Laura Bush would be endorsing any candidate, indicating a step back from the political fray that has intensified over recent years.

The endorsement by the Cheneys represents a significant ideological split within the Republican Party, highlighting the ongoing tensions between traditional conservative values and the shifting dynamics brought about by Trump’s influence on the party.

Governor Sanders’ sharp critique underscores the deep divisions and the high stakes as the nation moves closer to the November election, reflecting the broader battle over the soul of the Republican Party and, by extension, the future direction of American politics.

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