Trump Slams Biden's Honor for Cheney Amid Ongoing Political Tensions
President-elect Donald Trump criticizes Biden for awarding Liz Cheney the Presidential Citizens Medal, igniting divisions within the Republican Party.
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Summary
Following President Joe Biden's decision to award the Presidential Citizens Medal to Liz Cheney, prominent Republicans, including Trump, expressed outrage. Trump labeled Cheney corrupt and accused her of treachery, igniting tensions within the party. Cheney's opponents within the GOP have criticized her for her role in the January 6 investigation, claiming her award is a divisive move by Biden. This incident highlights an ongoing rift within the Republican Party and the contrasting narratives surrounding the January 6 Capitol riots.
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