The Republican Reckoning: A Post-Trump Civil War Looms if He Loses

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Vice President Kamala Harris enters the 2024 presidential race with a distinct advantage: she is neither Joe Biden nor Donald Trump. Before Biden announced he would not seek reelection on July 21, the prospect of a rematch between the two aging political giants left voters uninspired. Americans craved an alternative, regardless of party lines. Harris’s candidacy brings a fresh dynamic, fueled by the element of surprise, the allure of change, Trump’s resistance to adapt, rapid Democratic unity, media support, and the possibility of reassembling the Obama-era coalition of hope and optimism. These factors have given Harris significant momentum that might carry her to victory on November 5.

 

If current polling trends hold, Harris could narrowly win the election, leaving Trump on the losing side. But Trump never loses, or at least, he never admits to it. Should he lose, the aftermath would likely mirror the chaos of 2020, complete with wild claims of fraud, cheating, and election interference. Team Trump would flood the airwaves with accusations of a stolen election, judicial manipulation, and rigged voting machines, pushing legal battles potentially all the way to the Supreme Court. This spectacle would be closely watched by America’s adversaries, looking for signs of domestic instability and possible national security vulnerabilities.

 

However, beyond the immediate fallout, a Trump loss would almost certainly trigger a civil war within the Republican Party. This conflict would pit Trump’s loyalists against those desperate to move beyond the Trump era and reclaim the White House in 2028 without a Trump on the ticket. For many within the GOP, Trumpism represents a political dead-end, characterized by a shrinking voter base and a tarnished brand. 

 

The transformation of the GOP into the “Trumplican Party” began in 2016. After Trump’s surprise victory, those Republicans who had supported other candidates were purged, resigned in protest, or reluctantly fell in line. Following Trump’s defeat in 2020, questioning his claims of victory or distancing oneself from his actions on January 6 became acts of disloyalty. Even supporting an alternative candidate in 2024 was seen as a betrayal.

 

Trump’s dominance within the party is unparalleled in modern American politics, with his family firmly entrenched in GOP leadership. Lara Trump, his daughter-in-law and co-chair of the Republican National Committee, openly stated in February that “Every single penny will go to the number one and the only job of the RNC — that is electing Donald J. Trump as president of the United States.” This admission did not sit well with down-ballot candidates and party officials who felt sidelined by the family’s singular focus.

 

If Trump were to lose to Harris, he would likely refuse to relinquish his hold on the party. Trump’s identity is inseparable from the Republican brand, unlike Biden, who has never been the singular face of the Democratic Party. Moving beyond the Trump era without a Trump family member would require a seismic shift within the GOP.

 

Potential new leaders of a post-Trump GOP face a challenging landscape. Names like former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, and Senator Marco Rubio often surface, each envisioning themselves as the future of the party. Another rising star is Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, whose contentious history with Trump could empower him to lead a post-Trump GOP. But new leaders would also have to contend with entrenched Trump loyalists like Representatives Matt Gaetz and Marjorie Taylor Greene.

 

Credit: Hill 2024-08-31

 

 

 

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[Srikcir]

3 hours ago, Social Media said:

Trump’s identity is inseparable from the Republican brand

False.

Trump has made clear the distinction of MAGA to "Rhinos," saying further he doesn't need the vote of any Republican who isn't MAGA.

And many distinguished Republicans (including Federalist Society) and members of his previous administration have said they will vote for Harris. There are now at least two brands of Republicans.

[Skeptic7]

3 hours ago, Social Media said:

a Trump loss would almost certainly trigger a civil war within the Republican Party

And the problem here is...❓

[thesetat2013]

This article reeks of biased opinions without anything factual to support it. 

[proton]

More scaremongering anti Trump nonsense to deflect from Kamala's disaster interview, even though she had the questions and the worse bits were edited out

[mdr224]

90% of the political articles here are just leftist nonsense. Some of them not even american

[novacova]

20 minutes ago, thesetat2013 said:

This article reeks of biased opinions without anything factual to support it. 

Of course, the left thrives on fake information 

[spidermike007]

He is doing everything wrong and is leading a disastrous campaign. He can't help it. It is his only game. He is a very old dinosaur, and even polls, supporters, and advisors are warning him about doing this, he is incapable to listening or taking advice. He does not have it in him. 

 

Women make up the majority of the electorate, and both Trump and Vance are pushing them away. They are hurtling towards a historic loss. And the world will celebrate that. 

 

 

 

[novacova]

4 hours ago, Social Media said:

The Republican Reckoning: A Post-Trump Civil War Looms if He Loses

What?? And exactly who what where is the source of this bogus information? Or does the left plan on more rent-a-riots to create mayhem when they soil their diapers when they lose? 

[herfiehandbag]

18 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

He is doing everything wrong and is leading a disastrous campaign. He can't help it. It is his only game. He is a very old dinosaur, and even polls, supporters, and advisors are warning him about doing this, he is incapable to listening or taking advice. He does not have it in him. 

 

Women make up the majority of the electorate, and both Trump and Vance are pushing them away. They are hurtling towards a historic loss. And the world will celebrate that. 

 

 

 

Is that one of his playing card thingies?

 

Possibly the best seller?

[OldmanJ]

Why don't the Republicans say enough is enough your to old a convicted felon and a liar we need and want a fresh honest face.Grow some balls for God's sake 

[Tug]

My guess is when he loses he will be nailed with a gag order with the threat of being locked up if he starts yappin as the lawsuits wind their way through the courts.I also think the majority of republican leadership will dump that albatross like a hot potato their electorate be dammed.the trump name and family will become pariahs.

[Chomper Higgot]

I’ve said for a long time, the GOP are unable to rid themselves of Trump.

 

They had two chances during his impeachments, they chose to pass up on both.

 

A mess of their own making.

[mdr224]

12 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

I’ve said for a long time, the GOP are unable to rid themselves of Trump.

 

They had two chances during his impeachments, they chose to pass up on both.

 

A mess of their own making.

Dems had a better chance of winning with biden

[WDSmart]

I agree that Trump will not accept his most likely defeat in the upcoming election and that he and his cult will resort to violence.

I'll be sadly watching it all on CNN on the TV in my living room here in the mountains of Thailand.

[Chomper Higgot]

5 minutes ago, mdr224 said:

Dems had a better chance of winning with biden

Which I guess is why Trump’s supporters, both foreign and domestic, have being having conniption fits since Biden withdrew and Harris became the Democrat Candidate.

 

 

[mdr224]

5 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Which I guess is why Trump’s supporters, both foreign and domestic, have being having conniption fits since Biden withdrew and Harris became the Democrat Candidate.

 

 

How would you know that if you didnt have british leftist media to tell you what to think

[JonnyF]

Desperate stuff from the left. 

 

Talking about threats to democracy while pushing a nominee that avoided the democratic process to become the nominee.

[JCauto]

2 hours ago, proton said:

More scaremongering anti Trump nonsense to deflect from Kamala's disaster interview, even though she had the questions and the worse bits were edited out

 

Do you have a source that shows there were "worse bits" that were edited out? I didn't think so.

 

It's perfectly fine that you live in an alternative reality and I encourage you to continue to think that Kamala is a barely functioning human and DJT is going to bluster his way to victory somehow despite alienating pretty much anyone whose votes he requires. He's just grifting the GOP anyway and will bring the House and Senate down with him. This could queer Republican politics for a generation; I may well have to alter my opinion of the man if he accomplishes the destruction of the Right.

[jvs]

2 hours ago, mdr224 said:

90% of the political articles here are just leftist nonsense. Some of them not even american

So what? This is a public forum.

Would you like anyone who posts here to show prove of citizen ship?

[mdr224]

Just now, jvs said:

So what? This is a public forum.

Would you like anyone who posts here to show prove of citizen ship?

Articles posted here about American politics shouldnt be from UK media. Its a joke

[Tug]

34 minutes ago, mdr224 said:

Articles posted here about American politics shouldnt be from UK media. Its a joke

Stop sniveling 

[candide]

Funny to watch MAGA signs of desperation.... 😄

[jvs]

2 minutes ago, candide said:

Funny to watch MAGA signs of desperation.... 😄

Yes for sure and there will be a lot more to come.

 

[newnative]

At least when he loses this time we won't have to pry him out of the White House kicking and screaming like a spoiled rotten baby.

[john donson]

if people are happy over the last 4 years how USA became a toilet thanks to illegals getting all kind of benefits, let them vote harris

[cjinchiangrai]

16 minutes ago, john donson said:

if people are happy over the last 4 years how USA became a toilet thanks to illegals getting all kind of benefits, let them vote harris

Except illegals are ineligible for benefits, just like they are ineligible to vote. The biggest consumers of public benefits are still poor white southerners. 

[TroubleandGrumpy]

No - the Civil War might happen after he wins and the woke liberals take to the streets again and use it as an excuse to riot and pillage again. The People will defend their homes, businesses and lives this time around, and those thinking they can again do whatever they want are in for a very rude shock.  I reckon Trump will deploy the National Guard - but instead of doing that to try and force Texas to open their border like Biden did - Trump will do it to restore order in Dem States that are out of control. I can see that action including arresting State leaders who do not employ sufficient force to protect the lives and property of those being affecting by any riots.

 

[gamb00ler]

1 hour ago, cjinchiangrai said:

Except illegals are ineligible for benefits, just like they are ineligible to vote. The biggest consumers of public benefits are still poor white southerners. 

... who mostly vote in the GOP who want to decimate those benefits....  go figure 😳😳

[jvs]

1 hour ago, TroubleandGrumpy said:

No - the Civil War might happen after he wins and the woke liberals take to the streets again and use it as an excuse to riot and pillage again. The People will defend their homes, businesses and lives this time around, and those thinking they can again do whatever they want are in for a very rude shock.  I reckon Trump will deploy the National Guard - but instead of doing that to try and force Texas to open their border like Biden did - Trump will do it to restore order in Dem States that are out of control. I can see that action including arresting State leaders who do not employ sufficient force to protect the lives and property of those being affecting by any riots.

 

I can tell you a top secret!

He is not going to win!