Former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney issued dire warnings about a potential future Trump administration during an interview on NBC’s “Meet the Press.” She expressed concerns that Donald Trump believes he will be immune from any actions once in office and will not respect court rulings. Cheney also declined to disagree with remarks from retired Gen. Mark Milley, who called Trump “a fascist to the core” in a forthcoming book. She emphasized that the people who stopped Trump’s worst desires last time may not be able to do so again.
Cheney criticized Trump’s actions on Jan. 6, 2021, when his supporters rioted at the U.S. Capitol, calling them “fundamentally cruel.” She also warned that another Trump administration would lead to an erratic and chaotic foreign policy agenda, as Trump embraces tyrants and idolizes them. Cheney cited an internationalist foreign policy, including support for Ukraine in its war against Russia, as an area where she agrees with Vice President Kamala Harris. She emphasized the importance of focusing on the kind of chaos and depravity that Trump could bring if reelected.
The former congresswoman addressed her previous comments criticizing Harris and Biden, emphasizing that she is now supporting Harris due to her dedication to public service and sincere leadership. Cheney described her previous remarks as reflecting policy disagreements, but stressed the broader coalition coming together to support Harris. She criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson for claiming there was a peaceful transfer of power to Biden after Trump’s loss in 2020, pointing to the Jan. 6 riot as evidence that it was not peaceful. Cheney expressed concern about Johnson’s sycophancy towards Trump and the potential for the 2024 election to be rigged.
Cheney’s warnings about a potential future Trump administration focused on Trump’s belief in immunity from actions as president, his lack of respect for court rulings, and the danger of an erratic foreign policy agenda. She highlighted the importance of supporting Harris due to her dedication to public service and leadership qualities. Cheney criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson’s claims about a peaceful transfer of power after the 2020 election, citing the Jan. 6 riot as evidence to the contrary. Overall, Cheney’s remarks underscored the potential risks of a Trump presidency and the importance of supporting leaders who prioritize the rule of law and democracy.
