In a revealing interview with John Dickerson on “CBS News Sunday Morning,” former Republican Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney sounded a stark alarm about the perilous consequences that could unfold if Donald Trump secures a second term, declaring it as the potential end of the republic. The interview, set to air on December 3, 2023, delves into Cheney’s deep concerns regarding her party’s alignment with Trump and his apparent disregard for the truth.
Cheney’s apprehensions extend beyond mere political maneuvering. She cautioned against underestimating the peril by relying on the belief that checks and balances would mitigate the potential dangers. “People who say, ‘Well, if he’s elected, it’s not that dangerous because we have all of these checks and balances,’ don’t fully understand the extent to which the Republicans in Congress today have been co-opted,” Cheney emphasized during the interview.
Painting a disturbing picture of the nation “sleepwalking into dictatorship,” Cheney outlined the collaborative nature required for such a scenario. She pointed to Speaker of the House Mike Johnson as a prominent example, characterizing him as a willing collaborator fully aware that his actions were ethically questionable but choosing to align with Trump nonetheless. “The story of Mike Johnson is a story of a collaborator and of someone who knew then—and knows now—that what he’s doing and saying is wrong, but he’s willing to do it in an effort to please Donald Trump. And that’s what makes it dangerous,” Cheney explained.
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In a surprising revelation, Cheney asserted that Johnson’s collaboration goes beyond political allegiance and is aimed at overturning the results of the last election. When directly questioned by Dickerson about whether Johnson was collaborating to overthrow the election, Cheney’s response was unequivocal: “Absolutely.”
Cheney’s insights arrive amid heightened speculation about Trump’s potential return to the presidency, exposing the deep divides within the Republican party. Her concerns extend beyond electoral politics, delving into the erosion of democratic principles and the perils associated with blind collaboration. Notably, Cheney discussed these issues and more in her new book, “Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning,” providing further insights into her perspectives on American politics and the challenges posed by figures like Donald Trump and those who collaborate with him.
As Cheney’s words resonate, they serve as a stark reminder of the high stakes and potential consequences that loom over the future of American democracy.
