Liz Cheney open to 2024 presidential bid.
Former Rep. Liz Cheney Considering 2024 Presidential Bid
In a recent interview, former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.), who played a key role in the controversial House Jan. 6 investigation subcommittee, revealed that she is not ruling out a potential presidential run in 2024.
However, Cheney’s political journey has faced significant challenges. In the 2022 Republican primary race for Wyoming’s lone congressional district, she was defeated by Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.), a candidate backed by former President Donald Trump. Hageman went on to win the general primary during the 2022 midterms.
During CNN’s “State of the Union,” host Jake Tapper mentioned that President Trump is likely to be the GOP nominee. Cheney responded by stating that “he cannot be the next president.” She also criticized President Trump, who currently holds a significant lead in the polls.When asked directly about her potential presidential run, Cheney responded with a resolute “No, I’m not ruling it out.” As the daughter of former Vice President Dick Cheney, she did not provide further details. However, it is unlikely that she would gain significant support among Republican voters, given the lack of traction experienced by other anti-Trump GOP candidates in the polls, such as former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson.
In previous statements, Cheney expressed her reluctance to run for president if it would benefit President Trump’s chances of winning the 2024 race. She even considered launching an independent presidential bid that could potentially divert votes from President Joe Biden.
During an interview with CBS News, Cheney was once again asked about her presidential aspirations. In response, she emphasized the importance of individuals who believe in the Constitution and highlighted the significant threats faced by the nation from countries like Iran, Russia, North Korea, and China.
In the Wyoming Republican primary for the at-large congressional seat, Cheney suffered a defeat of approximately 28 percentage points against Hageman. Her involvement in the Jan. 6 panel led to her censure by the Republican National Committee in 2022, and her membership in the Wyoming Republican Party was revoked months earlier.
Prior to these events, Cheney was removed from her Republican leadership position in the House after criticizing President Trump’s claims about the 2020 election. She was replaced by Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), a staunch supporter of the former president.
Following her loss in the congressional primary, President Trump expressed his disdain for Cheney’s actions and words, stating that she should be ashamed of herself and predicting her descent into political oblivion.
Considering her strained relationship with Trump and the sentiments of Wyoming voters, it is unlikely that Cheney would receive their support if she were to run for president.
According to Cheyenne voter Chester Barkell, “We like Trump. She tried to impeach Trump. I don’t trust Liz Cheney.” Another Republican voter, Dan Winder from Jackson, felt betrayed by Cheney’s actions, stating that she voted against the majority of Wyoming residents who supported Trump in the last presidential election.
Meanwhile, President Trump continues to maintain strong support among Republican voters, with an aggregate of polls showing him leading with 59.1 percent. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, businessman Vivek Ramaswamy, former Vice President Mike Pence, and Chris Christie trail behind with significantly lower percentages.
Since leaving Congress, Cheney has taken up a position as a professor of politics at the University of Virginia and is currently working on a book set to be released in December.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Republican Party. In an interview with Fox News, Cheney raised the question of whether the party can truly move forward and rebuild if it continues to embrace Trump and his brand of politics. She highlighted the need for the party to stand for conservative principles and not be defined by one individual’s influence.
Surprising defeat at the hands of Harriet Hageman, a candidate endorsed by former President Donald Trump. This loss raised questions about Cheney’s viability as a political figure and her ability to secure support from Republican voters.
Despite these challenges, Cheney remains undeterred in her political ambitions. In a recent interview on CNN’s “State of the Union,” she openly discussed the possibility of running for president in 2024. When asked about Trump’s potential nomination, Cheney firmly stated that he cannot be the next president. She also criticized Trump’s current lead in the polls, indicating her disagreement with his policies and approach.
However, it is unlikely that Cheney would gain significant support from Republican voters in a presidential bid. Other anti-Trump GOP candidates, such as Chris Christie and Asa Hutchinson, have struggled to gain traction and support in the polls. Given this trend, Cheney’s chances of securing the nomination and winning the presidency appear slim.
Cheney’s reluctance to run for president stems from her desire to prevent Trump from winning the race. She has previously expressed her concerns about the former president’s potential candidacy and its potential impact on the
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