GOP operative criticizes Dean Phillips campaign for connections to Lincoln Project founder, calling it a “grift.”

A Former Republican Operative ⁢Criticizes ⁣GOP Strategist for Advising ‌Rep. Dean Phillips’s Primary Challenge Against‍ President Joe Biden

A former Republican operative, who⁣ strongly opposes former President Donald Trump’s reelection ‍campaign, has voiced his criticism of GOP strategist and ‌Lincoln Project founder Steve Schmidt. The critique comes​ after Schmidt advised Rep. Dean ‍Phillips’s (D-MN) primary challenge against President Joe Biden.

Tim Miller, ​a writer-at-large for the anti-Trump conservative website the Bulwark, described ​Phillips’s primary challenge as “a bad idea”⁤ and “a⁣ grift” ⁤that would not “protect ⁤democracy” from ⁢Trump. Instead,​ Miller believes it would potentially aid⁤ in defeating ‍Biden in a possible rematch against ​the former‌ president in the 2024 election.

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Phillips recently launched ⁢his presidential campaign ‍in New Hampshire, emphasizing the⁣ need for “a new generation of American leaders.” However, concerns about⁢ Biden’s age and ability‌ to govern in a second term have been⁢ raised​ in ‍various‌ polls.

Despite Phillips’s decision to hire a Republican⁢ strategist for his presidential campaign,‌ Miller questioned the move in a video post shared by Rick Wilson, a co-founder of the ⁢Lincoln⁣ Project. ⁢Miller,​ himself ‌an ex-Republican, expressed his doubts, stating, “If‍ Dean Phillips called me, my first piece of advice would be, ‘Hey,⁢ I don’t think this ⁢campaign makes sense.'” He further emphasized that hiring a⁤ former Republican would not be a wise ⁢move in a Democratic primary.

Miller also criticized ⁤Schmidt for​ overshadowing⁣ Phillips in his​ 2024‌ bid, referring to an⁢ interview the two conducted with Tim Alberta of‌ the ⁤Atlantic. ⁤He questioned why ⁤a ‍former Republican TV ⁣pundit was receiving so much ⁤attention if this campaign was ‍genuinely aimed at saving ⁣democracy.

Phillips’s primary challenge has ⁢sparked anger ‍among some Democrats who fear it could divert votes from Biden​ in the upcoming elections. Miller ⁣appears to⁣ be part of⁢ a growing group of politicos unimpressed with Phillips and his‍ team.

Miller cited Schmidt’s previous work consulting for Howard Schultz, ⁤the former CEO of⁣ Starbucks, ⁤during Schultz’s ⁢contemplation of ‌an independent presidential campaign run. ⁢He also drew parallels⁤ between Schmidt’s⁢ work⁤ and the⁢ third-party⁤ group No Labels, which attempted to field a candidate for the 2024 race.

According to ⁣Miller, Schmidt’s involvement in these efforts poses a significant threat in 2024. He mentioned that Schmidt ⁣was running the ⁣No Labels campaign in 2020, and had Schultz ⁢not withdrawn, the outcome⁤ of the⁢ 2020 election might have been different.

Miller revealed that⁣ he declined to work with⁤ Schultz when ​approached and warned that ​Schmidt is employing⁢ the ⁢same tactics with Phillips in this‌ election cycle.⁣ However,⁢ Miller expressed hope that Phillips’s campaign ​would fizzle out,‍ similar to Schultz’s campaign.

“My hope is ​that we don’t talk about this anymore because this campaign fizzles in the same way‌ the Howard Schultz⁤ campaign did,” Miller said. “But right now, we ⁢need to⁤ be‍ vigilant against the threats from within ⁤and⁣ without. People that are going to ‌try to, you know, maybe purposefully,⁢ maybe accidentally, maybe unintentionally, give an assist to Donald Trump in the name of trying to stop him.”

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How does Tim Miller criticize ⁢Steve Schmidt’s involvement in Rep. Dean Phillips’s primary challenge?

Rat ⁣primary challenge against an incumbent ⁢Democratic president.

Miller argued that while he admired Phillips’s drive and ambition, he believed that a primary challenge against President Biden would only serve ‍to weaken the Democratic Party and further divide its supporters. He ⁣warned ⁢against ‍the dangers of internal division, stating that it could potentially hinder the party’s ability ⁣to ⁤accomplish its legislative agenda‍ and undermine its chances ⁤of success ‌in future elections.

Miller’s criticism of Schmidt, in particular,​ stemmed from his role as a founding member of the Lincoln Project. The Lincoln Project, a ⁣political action committee formed ⁣by a ⁢group of Republicans and former Republicans, gained prominence⁣ during the 2020⁤ election​ cycle with⁣ its aggressive ‍campaign against former President Trump. However, Miller questioned the intentions behind Schmidt’s involvement in a⁣ Democratic primary challenge, suggesting that it may be driven by personal ​interests rather than a genuine ‌concern for the future of the ⁢party.

Miller’s video post quickly ⁢gained attention ‍within ⁤political circles, sparking⁤ a debate among both Democrats and Republicans. Some praised his honesty and willingness to ⁤speak out against actions⁢ that he perceived as detrimental to the party’s unity, while others criticized him for publicly attacking‌ Schmidt and questioning the motives behind Phillips’s campaign.

In response ​to the backlash, Miller defended his​ position, arguing that it was ⁤necessary to hold individuals accountable ⁣for their actions, regardless of their political​ affiliation. He emphasized the need for party members to prioritize the greater good over⁤ personal ambitions and stated⁣ that his criticism was aimed at fostering a ⁤healthy internal debate within the‌ Democratic Party.

As the primary ​challenge continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how ⁢Phillips’s campaign and Schmidt’s involvement will impact the⁢ broader political landscape. However, Miller’s critique serves as a reminder​ of ⁤the ongoing ideological battles within both⁣ major parties and the importance of strategic​ decision-making in achieving long-term political objectives.

In conclusion, Tim Miller,​ a former Republican operative, has criticized GOP‌ strategist Steve Schmidt for advising Rep.⁤ Dean⁢ Phillips’s primary challenge against President Joe Biden. Miller argues that​ this move could weaken ‌the Democratic ​Party and ⁣potentially aid Biden’s opponents in future⁣ elections. The ‌critique highlights​ the ongoing ideological debates within both major parties and the need for strategic decision-making‍ in pursuit of political goals.