Republicans still back Trump but don’t want GOP to punish disloyalty

Just over a year since the assault on the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, Republicans mostly still support Donald Trump, but it appears as if many would have their party put that day behind them and talk about other issues.

Many in the GOP don’t want the party to take a position on it at all. And while the former president remains a popular figure among the base, the entire rank and file isn’t entirely falling into line. In fact, a sizable majority approve of former Vice President Mike Pence’s adherence to constitutional procedure that day, and few want to see the party punish Republicans it considers disloyal to Trump. CONTINUED

Kabir Khanna & Anthony Salvanto, CBS News


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