U.S. Republican Sen. Ben Sasse told Nebraska constituents in a telephone town hall meeting that President Donald Trump has "flirted with white supremacists," mocks Christian evangelicals in private and "kisses dictators' butts." "Senator Sasse is entitled to his own opinion," U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith, another Nebraska Republican, said in a statement. "I appreciate what President Trump has accomplished for our country and will continue to work with him on efforts which help Nebraska." WATCH | Republican senator unloads on Trump: CNNTrump campaign spokesperson Tim Murtaugh declined to comment on Sasse's comments, the World-Herald said. "He talks a good game but generally falls into line with Trump at the drop of a hat," Swalwell said.

Source: CBC News October 16, 2020 13:18 UTC