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'Completely out of touch': GOP lawmakers face raucous crowds while defending Trump


Published on 2025-04-16 16:00:30 - MSNBC
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  • Republican lawmakers received backlash from their constituents at town halls across the U.S. over the Trump administration's policies. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Senior Political Reporter Greg Bluestein and Former Chief Strategist for the Romney 2012 Campaign Stuart Stevens join Chris Jansing to react.

Republican lawmakers faced intense public backlash during town hall meetings as they defended former President Donald Trump amidst his legal challenges. The confrontations, described as "completely out of touch" by critics, highlighted a significant divide between GOP representatives and their constituents. At these events, lawmakers like Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Rep. Jim Jordan were met with raucous crowds expressing frustration and anger over the party's continued support for Trump, especially in light of his recent indictment. The heated exchanges underscored the ongoing tension within the Republican Party and the broader political landscape as Trump's legal issues continue to unfold.

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