J.D. Vance criticized Liz Cheney’s endorsement of Kamala Harris, accusing them of prioritizing personal wealth over national welfare.
At a Glance
- Former Rep. Liz Cheney endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president.
- Cheney made this announcement at Duke University’s Sanford School of Public Policy.
- Sen. JD Vance slammed Cheney’s endorsement at a Turning Point Action event.
- Vance accused Cheney and Harris of benefiting financially from military conflicts.
- The Harris campaign welcomed Cheney’s support, praising her commitment to democracy.
Cheney’s Endorsement
Former Rep. Liz Cheney endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president. This announcement was made during an appearance at Duke University’s Sanford School of Public Policy. Cheney emphasized the danger posed by Donald Trump and stated she would vote for Kamala Harris. Cheney highlighted the importance of not writing in candidates’ names, especially in swing states.
The Harris campaign welcomed Cheney’s support, with campaign chair Jen O’Malley Dillon praising Cheney’s patriotism and commitment to democracy. Cheney has been a vocal critic of Trump, warning he might try to stay in power beyond a second term.
Republican Liz Cheney endorses Kamala Harris for president via @FT
https://t.co/wbBicvKfVo— James Politi (@JamesPoliti) September 5, 2024
Vance’s Criticism
Sen. JD Vance criticized Liz Cheney’s endorsement of Kamala Harris at a Turning Point Action event, supporting Trump. Vance accused Cheney and Harris of profiting while American children die in wars overseas. He described Cheney as someone whose career has involved sending others to fight in military conflicts. Vance emphasized that Cheney and Harris benefit financially when the U.S. loses wars and becomes weaker.
“A very good thing that I could say about the next presidency of Donald J. Trump is that he’s going to make sure people like Liz Cheney are laughed out of the Oval Office instead of rewarded,” Vance told moderator Charlie Kirk.
The Harris campaign has received endorsements from over two dozen Republicans opposed to Trump. Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger, who served on the Jan. 6 commission with Cheney, also endorsed Harris. Cheney was ousted in a Republican primary by a Trump-backed challenger in 2022.
Conclusion
Cheney’s endorsement, breaking with her fellow conservatives who support Trump, was met with cheers from the audience. The Harris campaign actively sought Cheney’s endorsement to attract support from Republicans critical of Trump. Alyssa Farah Griffin noted that “Liz Cheney voters” could be crucial in the election, referring to Republicans who supported Trump but oppose him post-Jan. 6.
Cheney continues to describe Trump as an existential threat to U.S. democracy. Harris has suggested she might appoint a Republican to her cabinet if elected, with Cheney being a potential candidate. Cheney, daughter of former vice president Dick Cheney, became known for her opposition to Trump in Congress.
