Trump Rants Against 'QUITTER!' Thom Tillis For 'Screwing' The GOP
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump criticized Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) on Truth Social, calling him a "quitter" for opposing Trump and accusing him of undermining the Republican Party alongside other "RINO friends."
- Tillis, who is not seeking reelection in 2025, expressed concerns about Trump's legacy and the influence of unelected advisors in the White House, specifically criticizing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's counsel on the Iran war.
- Tillis opposed Trump's $1.8 billion slush fund, calling it "stupid on stilts," and criticized the mass pardons related to the January 6 Capitol riot, arguing they send the wrong message about accountability.
- He has also condemned Trump's tariffs as a failure and criticized the administration's handling of files connected to Jeffrey Epstein.
- Despite their public disputes, Tillis stated he maintains regular communication with Trump but refuses to support him when he believes Trump is making poor decisions.