In a recent interview, Senator Mitt Romney, a prominent figure within the GOP, stated that he would be open to supporting a Democrat over former President Donald Trump or businessman Vivek Ramaswamy in a hypothetical 2024 general election. The remarks, originally aired a month ago as part of a discussion with CBS news host Norah O’Donnell about his new book, have resurfaced and sparked controversy within the Republican Party.
Romney, who has previously found himself at odds with a significant portion of the Republican base, expressed his willingness to support most Republicans but singled out Ramaswamy as an exception. He did not specify which Democrats he would consider supporting, stating only that it would be an improvement over both Trump and President Joe Biden.
The clip gained traction on social media platforms, particularly among pro-Trump supporters on X, who suggested that both Trump and Ramaswamy should take note of Romney’s criticism. Former President Trump remains a leading contender for the GOP’s nomination in the 2024 presidential race.
Vivek Ramaswamy responded to the remarks with a posting on X, expressing a lack of surprise at Romney’s comments. Conservative commentator Monica Crowley also weighed in on X, labeling Romney as a “uniparty loser” and highlighting his family ties, including his relationship with Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna Romney McDaniel.
Romney’s statements underscore the ongoing internal divisions within the Republican Party, particularly concerning issues of populism and the legacy of the Trump administration. As the GOP navigates its future direction leading up to the 2024 elections, Romney’s comments are likely to contribute to the ongoing debates within the party about its identity and priorities.
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Uniparty loser Mitt Romney – uncle of RNC Chair Ronna Romney McDaniel – says he’d vote for a Democrat over Trump or Vivek pic.twitter.com/zWKh1uzuig
— Monica Crowley (@MonicaCrowley) November 25, 2023