Trump rejects Tom Emmer as Speaker.

Former President Donald‌ Trump Opposes Tom Emmer’s Bid for House Speaker

On October 24, former President Donald Trump made‌ a surprising announcement,⁣ going back⁤ on his previous statement ‌of not ‍getting involved in​ the race for House ​speaker. In a post on his social media site, Truth Social, President⁣ Trump expressed his objection ⁤to Tom Emmer becoming the speaker-designee.

“I have many wonderful friends ‍wanting to be ⁣Speaker ‌of the ‍House, and some are truly⁢ great warriors. RINO Tom⁢ Emmer, ​who I do not know well, is not one ⁢of them. He never ⁣respected the power of a Trump endorsement or the⁣ breadth⁢ and scope ⁢of MAGA—Make America ⁢Great ⁣Again!”‍ President Trump stated.

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“He fought me all the way,​ and actually‌ spent more time ‌defending Ilhan ‌Omar than he ⁢did ⁤me.⁤ He is totally‌ out-of-touch ‌with Republican voters,” President Trump criticized Emmer.

President Trump questioned ⁣Emmer’s recent change of‍ stance, stating, “Has he⁤ only changed because ⁣that’s what ​it takes to win? The ​Republican Party cannot ⁤take that chance, because​ that’s ​not ‌where the America First Voters are. Voting for ‍a globalist RINO like ‌Tom Emmer would be a⁣ tragic mistake!”

Despite Trump’s opposition, Tom Emmer emerged as ‌the nominee for speaker after ⁤defeating eight other⁤ Republicans in a series of secret‍ ballots.‍ However, he still needs to secure 217 votes to win the⁣ gavel, which may prove challenging‍ with​ over two dozen GOP holdouts.

It ⁢is worth noting that Tom Emmer has faced criticism from President Trump⁣ and his base ⁤for his support of gay‍ marriage, the​ debt ceiling agreement,‌ and his opposition ⁢to⁣ the Electoral College. Emmer ​also certified the 2020 election,​ a move that Trump baselessly claimed was‌ stolen from him. Additionally, Emmer received an endorsement from Kevin ‌McCarthy, which is seen as pro-establishment.

The Epoch Times ⁣reached ​out to ​Tom Emmer’s office for comment.

How might President Trump’s opposition impact Tom Emmer’s chances of securing the position of House Speaker?

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The Background

Tom Emmer, the Representative for Minnesota’s 6th congressional district, has expressed his desire to become the next House speaker, following Nancy Pelosi’s announcement to not ⁤seek re-election. As a member of the House Republican ⁣Caucus, Emmer has been actively campaigning and lobbying for support‌ from his colleagues.

Former President Donald​ Trump’s opposition to Emmer’s bid for House speaker comes as a surprise to ​many, considering Trump’s previous statement of not ⁢getting involved in​ such races. Emmer is widely known as a Republican ​and has espoused many conservative views ⁣during his ‍political⁤ career.

The Trump Effect

President Trump’s endorsement has historically ​been highly sought after in Republican politics. Many candidates have relied on his support ⁢to gain popularity and secure victory in elections. However, his opposition⁤ to Tom ⁣Emmer suggests that there may be underlying factors or disagreements between the two politicians.

Emmer’s reaction to⁣ Trump’s statement remains unknown ​at this time. It is unclear how this will ⁣impact ‍Emmer’s campaign and his chances of securing the position of House⁣ speaker. Trump’s immense influence within the Republican ⁤party could potentially sway opinions ​and‌ affect ​the outcome of the race.

Reactions and Analysis

News⁣ outlets and political commentators have been quick‌ to weigh in ‌on President Trump’s opposition to Emmer. Some speculate that Trump may be supporting another candidate for House speaker, while others believe there could be personal or ideological differences between Trump and Emmer.

It is essential to closely monitor Emmer’s ​response and any‍ potential endorsements he may receive from other influential figures within ‌the party. Furthermore, the reactions of other House Republican Caucus members will⁣ provide insight into the impact of Trump’s statement on the race for House speaker.

Conclusion

Former ⁢President Donald Trump’s surprising⁢ opposition to Tom Emmer’s ‌bid for House speaker has added⁤ a new dynamic to the race. Emmer, who has been campaigning for ​the position, may face challenges in light of⁣ Trump’s objection. As the situation ‍unfolds, it ‌will be interesting to see how Emmer and other Republican candidates navigate the changing dynamics and⁣ secure support for their bids.