Republicans would rather hide from their voters than face them and defend Trump

Source: USA Today
by Sara Pequeno

“For the past six weeks, we have witnessed just how far President Donald Trump is willing to go to reshape America in his dystopian vision. Now we’re witnessing Republican fear of having to account for that reshaping. Trump signed more executive orders during his first month than any president in over 40 years. USA TODAY has reported that there be more than 100,000 federal job cuts already. Half the country is, understandably, concerned, and they’re speaking out about it. As a result, GOP lawmakers holding town halls nationwide are having to answer for Trump and Elon Musk’s reign of chaos – even in deep red districts. Instead of facing those criticisms head on, Republicans have decided to hide.” (03/05/26)

https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2025/03/05/republican-town-halls-anger-trump-musk/80865368007/