Liz Cheney contemplates third-party presidential run to counter Trump's 2024 bid

Former Republican Representative Liz Cheney of Wyoming has revealed her contemplation of a potential third-party run for presidency in an effort to thwart former President Donald Trump's potential victory in 2024 election. In an interview published by Washington Post on Tuesday, Cheney expressed her determination to undertake "whatever it takes" to prevent Trump from returning to White House.

Cheney, a vocal critic of Trump, conveyed her deep concerns regarding current state of democracy, attributing perceived risk to Trump's continued influence within Republican Party. "I happen to think democracy is at risk at home, obviously, as a result of Donald Trump's continued grip on Republican Party, and I think democracy is at risk internationally as well," Cheney asserted during interview.

What is Cheney's reasoning?

stakes, according to Cheney, have escalated to point where she feels compelled to consider a third-party bid, despite not having entertained such an option in previous years. She highlighted need to ensure voters are well-informed, stating, "re are a majority of voters in this country who are too responsible to entrust Donald Trump with authority of White House and authority of presidency."

Acknowledging concerns that her candidacy might divide votes in a general election, potentially impacting President Biden's re-election bid, Cheney vowed to carefully weigh such considerations before making her decision. She even left open possibility of supporting Biden if she opts not to run.

Cheney established her PAC in 2022

Following her loss in 2022 midterm election primary, Cheney established a super PAC and directed efforts toward preventing election deniers from winning races. Despite her defeat, she emphasised ongoing importance of her work, especially considering significant efforts me by Trump to oust House Republicans who supported his impeachment after Capitol Riot.

Looking ahe, Cheney outlined her timeline for a potential presidential bid, indicating that her decision would come in early months of 2024. She stressed critical need for a candidate capable of dressing multitude of challenges facing nation, portraying herself as someone prepared to confront such issues he-on.

As Cheney deliberates her political future, her potential entry into 2024 presidential race shapes up to be a significant development in ongoing struggle for future direction of Republican Party and broer political landscape in United States.