Sen. Thom Tillis won’t seek reelection after opposing Trump tax bill | LiveNOW from FOX

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In a stunning political shakeup, North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis has announced he will not seek re-election, a decision that follows his unexpected opposition to President Trump’s highly controversial tax bill. The announcement, confirmed by multiple sources including the New York Post, has sent shockwaves through the Republican Party as Tillis, who has served since 2015, turns his back on a potential re-election campaign.

Tillis, who has often been criticized for his reluctance to embrace Trump’s agenda, revealed his decision in a heartfelt statement. He expressed a desire to spend more time with his family rather than engage in the “political theater and partisan gridlock” of Washington. “It’s not a hard choice,” he stated, emphasizing his commitment to family over politics. His departure from the race could open the floodgates for a fierce GOP primary battle, especially as Trump himself hinted at supporting a challenger.

This announcement comes on the heels of a critical Senate vote on Trump’s tax bill, which Tillis opposed, aligning with only a handful of Republicans against the tide of 47 Democrats. Trump’s response was swift and scathing, branding Tillis a “talker and complainer” and suggesting he has failed to deliver for North Carolinians. The fallout from Tillis’s decision could have profound implications for the GOP as they navigate a contentious political landscape.

As Senate Democrats prepare to force a reading of the massive 940-page bill, the urgency around this legislative battle intensifies. With Trump demanding the bill on his desk by July 4th, the stakes are higher than ever. Tillis’s exit from the race marks not just a personal decision but a pivotal moment in the ongoing struggle for the soul of the Republican Party. The next 18 months promise to be tumultuous as the political landscape shifts dramatically in Washington.

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