Bulwark Takes GOP Silent as Trump Goes Full Dictator
Apr 15, 2025
Joe Perticone, a Congressional reporter, discusses the chilling silence from Republicans as Donald Trump blurs the lines of democracy. He explores the troubling responses—or lack thereof—from GOP members during critical controversies. The conversation highlights the nuanced language used by some Republican figures and the alarming implications of Congressional inaction on accountability and civil liberties. Perticone warns of the dangers posed by Trump's influence, underlining the need for vigilant journalism to hold lawmakers accountable.
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GOP Silence on Trump
- In 2017, reporters would show printed tweets to Republicans, seeking comments.
- Now, most Republicans avoid addressing Trump's controversial actions.
Defying Supreme Court
- Trump suggested sending U.S.-born accused criminals to prisons like El Salvador's, defying a 9-0 Supreme Court ruling.
- Republicans, including those expected to critique such actions, remained silent.
Out of Session Silence
- Congressional Republicans avoid addressing Trump's controversial actions while out of session.
- This lack of immediate accountability allows them to evade difficult questions.