Thune hits breaking point with Trump
Summary
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has recently criticized President Donald Trump on several issues, signaling some disagreement between them. Thune expressed concerns about Trump's choice for acting director of national intelligence and opposed certain proposals by the president, though he continues to support many of Trump’s main goals.Key Facts
- John Thune has publicly disagreed with President Trump on recent controversies.
- Trump appointed Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence despite Pulte lacking intelligence experience.
- Thune said the intelligence director position should have professionals, not be “weaponized.”
- Thune opposed Trump’s proposed $1.78 billion “anti-weaponization” fund, saying it “doesn’t pass the smell test.”
- Thune defended a Senate parliamentarian when Trump wanted her fired over a ruling.
- Thune disagreed with Trump’s endorsement of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over Senator John Cornyn.
- Thune has supported Trump’s major policies like tariffs, immigration, and tax cuts.
- Both the White House and Thune express a willingness to continue working together despite their differences.
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