Title: Former President’s Allies Seek to Thwart Emmer’s Candidacy for Speaker of the House
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In a recent twist of events, allies of the former president are allegedly working behind the scenes to undermine Tom Emmer’s bid for the position of Speaker of the House. Emmer, a representative from Minnesota, has found himself at odds with prominent Trump supporters, sparking a flurry of opposition research and negative rhetoric.
One such platform fueling the opposition against Emmer is the “War Room” podcast, where Trump advisor Boris Epshteyn strongly criticized Emmer for failing to endorse the former president during the Republican presidential primary. Moreover, Steve Bannon, another key figure in Trump’s inner circle, went as far as labeling Emmer a “Trump hater.”
Reports suggest that the primary concern among Trump loyalists is that if Emmer were to assume the role of Speaker, it would cause a divide between House Republicans and the former president. Trump himself has expressed unease about Emmer’s lack of support and vocal defense against recent indictments.
Emmer has faced criticism for his handling of the aftermath of the Capitol riot on January 6th. Additionally, allegations have surfaced regarding Emmer advising fellow Republican candidates to steer clear of aligning themselves with Trump. These claims have added fuel to the fire, intensifying the opposition against Emmer’s candidacy.
Emmer’s communication director, however, has fervently denied any friction between Emmer and Trump. Despite the efforts to discredit Emmer, it remains to be seen whether these allegations will have a significant impact on his candidacy.
Interestingly, Trump had previously thrown his support behind Jim Jordan for the position of Speaker, but Jordan’s bid has lost momentum. As the search for a suitable candidate intensifies, names such as Kevin Hern, Mike Johnson, and Jodey Arrington have emerged as potential contenders for the coveted role.
As the race for Speaker of the House unfolds, Emmer finds himself at the center of a stormstorm, facing opposition from within his own party. It remains to be seen whether Emmer can navigate these turbulent waters and emerge victorious in his bid for the prestigious position.
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