Answered from Is MAGA dead? · Today, Explained · 2026-11-05
Rod Dreher says congressional Republicans have nothing left to lose and should stand up to Trump and establish their independence. He points to Texas governor Greg Abbott, whom Trump called a RINO as soon as Abbott's re-election loss was called, as proof that Trump repays loyalty with none. Dreher argues a Trump endorsement in the 2028 primaries would be the kiss of death.
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