""Tillis understood he was going to lose either way. If he rejected Trump’s bill, he was doomed in the primary. If he supported it, he’d likely lose the general election.""
""Ultimately, Tillis chose to step aside rather than be subjected to Trump's demands, allowing him to break free from the MAGA wing's stringent oversight.""
Sen. Thom Tillis from North Carolina faced a dilemma regarding President Trump's domestic policy bill, ultimately deciding not to seek reelection in 2026. His choice to oppose the bill was motivated by his belief that it was poor policy and a recognition that he would face backlash from either side. By stepping aside, Tillis has distanced himself from Trump and the MAGA wing of the GOP, allowing for a more open race in North Carolina, a state with a competitive historical landscape.
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