President Donald Trump recently expressed his dissatisfaction with two Indiana Republicans who have been instrumental in obstructing redistricting efforts in Indiana, a critical move in the lead-up to next year's midterm elections.
According to RedState, the Republican Senate President Pro Tem of Indiana, Rodric Bray, announced earlier this week that the GOP-controlled chamber would not reconvene in December to vote on redistricting. Bray, along with state Sen. Greg Goode, became the focus of Trump's criticism as he lambasted their "politically correct" timidity in the face of redistricting.
Trump expressed his disappointment with the Indiana State Senate Republicans, particularly Senators Bray and Goode, for their reluctance to redistrict their state, which could potentially allow the United States Congress to gain two additional Republican seats.
He voiced his criticism on his Truth Social media platform, stating, "Very disappointed in Indiana State Senate Republicans, led by RINO Senators Rod Bray and Greg Goode, for not wanting to redistrict their State, allowing the United States Congress to perhaps gain two more Republican seats."
Trump highlighted the Democrats' long-standing practice of redistricting, criticizing the GOP's lack of courage to reciprocate when it's their turn. He argued that the GOP's failure to act boldly and their reliance on outdated, ineffective strategies are the reasons for their setbacks.
Trump further noted that the actions of these "politically correct type 'gentlemen'" could potentially deprive Republicans of a majority in the House. He emphasized the significance of this in the fiercely contested midterm race to control Congress, describing it as "a very big deal!"
He added, "California is trying to pick up five seats, and no one is complaining about that. Its weak 'Republicans' that cause our Country such problems Its why we have crazy Policies and Ideas that are so bad for America."
Trump also criticized Indiana Governor Mike Braun, whom he considers a friend, for his failure to rally his party behind the redistricting effort. "Braun, perhaps, is not working the way he should to get the necessary votes," Trump said, subtly suggesting that any Republican opposed to redistricting "should be primaried."
Braun, on his part, has expressed his frustration with the situation. "I called for our legislators to convene to ensure Hoosiers voices in Washington, D.C., are not diluted by the Democrats gerrymandering," Braun said. "Our state senators need to do the right thing and show up to vote for fair maps. Hoosiers deserve to know where their elected officials stand on important issues."
Trump, however, appears unimpressed with Braun's efforts. He demanded that Bray and Goode align themselves with the voters of Indiana, a state he won by nearly 20 points, and warned that any other Republicans in opposition would be publicly named. "They should do their job, and do it now," Trump insisted, adding, "If not, lets get them out of office, ASAP."
Trump's supporters on social media echoed his sentiments, expressing their outrage at the Indiana GOP for missing an opportunity to secure an easy win that could help maintain control of the House. Alex Brueswitz, a Trump advisor, described the GOP's capitulation as "a monumental betrayal" of the President.
"Spineless RINO 'legislators' have sabotaged and buried Republicans' vital redistricting push. And they are letting Gavin Newsom & left-wing Democrats get closer to stealing the House," Brueswitz said.
Meanwhile, Goode has maintained that he will not yield to "bullying." He wrote, For those trying to bully me on redistricting, I love you. I pray to our Lord and Savior for wisdom and reflect on political heroes who stood up for the greater good above the politics of the day.
However, his claim of resisting bullying while simultaneously succumbing to the Democrats' aggressive redistricting efforts reveals a striking lack of self-awareness.
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