Former Rep. Liz Cheney once again utilized her national platform over the weekend to emphasize that House Republicans cannot be relied upon as responsible guardians of the U.S. Constitution.
During a discussion on ABC’s “This Week,” reporter Jonathan Karl highlighted the potential scenario of numerous third-party candidates next year, possibly preventing any single presidential candidate from reaching 270 electoral votes for a clear victory. In such a situation, the House of Representatives would decide the president.
Cheney responded by expressing her concerns, stating, “I’ve voiced my opinion that with Mike Johnson as Speaker and this Republican majority in control, their commitment to defending the Constitution is questionable.”
Throughout her promotion of her new book, “Oath and Honor,” Cheney has been explicit about the perceived threat posed by House Republicans and Speaker Mike Johnson to the nation.
Last week on CBS, Cheney declared, “We are facing an existential crisis regarding the 2024 election, where we must ensure that a Republican majority does not oversee an election that may be decided by the House of Representatives.”
This theme resurfaced in Cheney’s interview on “This Week” because she has mentioned considering a third-party presidential bid next year.
“I haven’t ruled anything out,” she told Karl on Sunday. “I will take the next few months to determine the most effective path to prevent Donald Trump’s victory.”
However, Cheney emphasized, “I certainly won’t take any action that aids Donald Trump.”
While it may be beneficial for Cheney to suggest she is contemplating a third-party run, current indications do not suggest a serious candidacy. She lacks campaign staff, a visible ground operation, and has made no significant efforts to secure a place on the ballot, as noted by New York Times reporter Robert Draper.
All signs point to Cheney’s strong commitment to opposing Trump and his Republican allies in their perceived threats to the Constitution, with her efforts solely dedicated to that cause.
