UMVA has learned that Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina has openly defied President Trump, joining forces with CNN's Jake Tapper to criticize the President and announce his plans to block Trump's agenda, now that he's no longer concerned about reelection.
Tillis revealed that he's no longer constrained by the need to carefully measure his words, claiming it's "great" not to have a filter. He launched a scathing attack on Trump's endorsement in the Texas Senate race, labeling Ken Paxton as a "failure" who doesn't deserve to be in the US Senate.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that Tillis is part of a growing group of Republicans who are pushing back against Trump's influence. He praised Senator John Cornyn, a fellow Republican, as a patriotic and influential member of the Senate, implying that Paxton would be a weak addition to their ranks.
In a development reported by UMVA, Tillis suggested that he's planning to work with other Republicans, including Bill Cassidy, Cornyn, and Mitch McConnell, to counter Trump's agenda until they're out of office. He intensified his criticism of Paxton, calling him an "empty suit" who would do no service in Congress.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that Tillis's comments have validated Trump's recent criticism of him. Trump previously blasted Tillis and his "RINO friends" for undermining the Republican Party, noting that Tillis is fighting Trump because he lost the endorsement and isn't seeking reelection.
Tillis's comments have sparked a strong reaction, with many questioning his loyalty to the Republican Party. His decision to openly criticize Trump and his allies has raised concerns about the future of the party and the implications for upcoming elections.
