Liz Cheney’s top focus is destroying Trump and he just turned the tables on her.
On Monday, former President Trump launched a strong critique of Vice President Kamala Harris and former Representative Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.), coinciding with their upcoming joint appearances in key battleground states. Trump’s remarks particularly aimed to resonate with Arab American voters by labeling Cheney as a pro-war figure, drawing parallels to her father’s past.
“Arab Americans are justifiably frustrated with Kamala Harris, arguably the worst Vice President this country has seen, who is now campaigning alongside Liz Cheney, known for her aggressive stance on military intervention. Just like her father, who influenced President Bush to engage in the Middle East conflicts, Cheney seems eager to drag us into more wars,” Trump expressed on Truth Social.
He warned that if Harris were to win another term, it could lead to escalating conflicts in the Middle East, putting American lives at risk. “Under my leadership, we avoided unnecessary wars. With Harris at the helm, your children could be sent off to fight in conflicts that we don’t need to be involved in,” he asserted.
The events featuring Harris and Cheney will occur in suburban areas of Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. Their strategy appears aimed at winning over suburban voters and Republicans who remain hesitant to support Trump’s candidacy for a second term.
Cheney, along with her father, former Vice President Dick Cheney, has publicly endorsed Harris, claiming that Trump represents a danger to democracy. This rivalry stems from Cheney’s involvement in the January 6th investigation, which has fueled ongoing tensions between her and Trump.
Despite Harris and the Democrats’ efforts, they face significant challenges in connecting with Arab American communities, especially given the recent escalations in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Many Arab Americans have voiced their discontent with Biden’s foreign policy and are looking for a change, creating an opening for Trump to capitalize on these sentiments.
Trump has consistently argued that if he were still in office, the current conflict would not have arisen, although he has not detailed his proposed approach to the situation. His past comments about Gaza and rebuilding efforts have also drawn attention, further highlighting the differences in perspective between his administration and the current Biden administration.
As the election approaches, the battle for the Arab American vote could prove pivotal, with Trump positioning himself as a peace-oriented alternative to what he portrays as a reckless foreign policy by the current administration.
