### Dick Cheney Endorses Kamala Harris
Former Vice President **Dick Cheney** has joined a growing list of prominent Republicans endorsing **Kamala Harris**, the current Vice President, for the presidency. This announcement follows that of his daughter, **Liz Cheney**, who previously served as a Republican representative from Wyoming. Both made their endorsements public amid concerns about Donald Trump’s influence on the Republican Party.
#### Key Details of the Endorsement
– **Liz Cheney’s Announcement**: While attending the Texas Tribune Festival, Liz stated that her father believes Donald Trump represents a significant threat to American democracy. “If you think about the moment that we’re in… my dad believes… there’s never been an individual in our country who is as grave a threat to our democracy as Donald Trump is,” she emphasized.
– **Dick Cheney’s Statement**: In a statement released by NBC News, Dick Cheney criticized Trump directly, asserting, “In our nation’s 248-year history, there has never been an individual who is a greater threat to our republic than Donald Trump.” He accused Trump of attempting to “steal the last election” and declared his intention to vote for Harris, emphasizing the need to prioritize the country over party affiliation.
#### Reactions and Political Context
– **Harris Campaign’s Response**: **Jen O’Malley Dillon**, Harris’s campaign chair, expressed pride in having the endorsements of the Cheneys, framing them as part of a larger coalition of Republicans prioritizing the future of the republic over political affiliations.
– **Trump’s Response**: Trump quickly dismissed the Cheneys, labeling them as “irrelevant RINOs” (Republicans in Name Only) and criticized Liz Cheney for her substantial loss in the 2022 primary race. His comments reflected ongoing tensions between Trump and the Cheneys, particularly due to their roles in the bipartisan investigation of the January 6 Capitol riot.
Broader Republican Support for Harris
The endorsements from the Cheneys are part of a wider trend, with over 200 former Republicans who have worked under past administrations—such as those of Presidents George W. Bush, Mitt Romney, and John McCain—also backing Harris. Many of these former Republicans have articulated that their support for Harris is not based on agreement with her policies but rather as a necessary stance against Trump’s candidacy.
Former Rep. **Adam Kinzinger** even endorsed Harris publicly, urging voters to put their country first, arguing that Trump has significantly changed the GOP’s foundational values.
### Conclusion
The endorsements of Kamala Harris by prominent Republicans, including Dick and Liz Cheney, highlight the deep divisions within the Republican Party as the 2024 presidential election approaches. This trend suggests a growing concern among some traditional conservatives about Trump’s impact on American democracy, leading them to support a Democratic candidate in a bid to safeguard their political values.