A failure of GOP leadership

Two primary motivations typically drive legislative leaders: doing right by the country and providing political protection to their caucuses.

“Moscow Mitch” McConnell (R-Ky.), the Senate majority leader, and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) are sacrificing both on the altar of protecting Donald Trump. Their actions will likely exact a heavy toll. CONT.

Mark Mellman (Mellman Group), The Hill