Vice President Kamala Harris and former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney participated in a series of moderated conversations across key battleground states on Monday, highlighting bipartisan cooperation and criticizing Donald Trump’s influence on the GOP.
Cheney, a vocal critic of Trump, endorsed Harris and emphasized the importance of constitutional fidelity over party loyalty during events in Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin.
In Birmingham, Michigan, Cheney encouraged Republicans to vote their conscience, stating, “It’s not about party, it’s about right and wrong.
In Pennsylvania, she reiterated her conservative credentials while criticizing Trump’s disregard for constitutional principles and the dangerous trajectory of his policies, including isolationist foreign policies that could unravel NATO.
Cheney also addressed reproductive rights, criticizing the severe abortion restrictions in several states as unsustainable, despite identifying as pro-life. Since Roe v. Wade was overturned, conservative states have enacted highly restrictive abortion laws, sparking national debate.
Harris, who is seeking to build a coalition that includes disaffected Republicans, has welcomed Cheney’s endorsement as part of her strategy to appeal to voters hesitant about Trump’s return. She committed to including Republicans in her cabinet if elected president, emphasizing the need for bipartisan dialogue and solutions grounded in facts.
Cheney’s support is seen as helping to create a permission structure for Republicans who may consider crossing party lines.
Cheney’s criticisms of Trump extended to foreign policy, where she labeled his approach as dangerous and not Republican, particularly regarding NATO and U.S. alliances. Harris’ foreign policy, including strong backing for Ukraine, aligns with Cheney’s views, further bolstering their partnership.
Trump, responding via Truth Social, accused Cheney of being a war hawk and criticized her support for U.S. military interventions, while claiming that Arab American voters in Michigan were unhappy with her presence on the campaign.
However, Cheney and Harris continue to present a united front, stressing the importance of upholding democratic values and global alliances.