“They want the Republican Party to boldly fight for the things that they care about," said ACU Chairman Matt Schlapp of the pro-Trump Republicans. “He is the current leader of the party, and he’s also the future of the Republican Party," he added. The tension was on display Wednesday after House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy answered “yes, he should" when asked whether Trump should speak at CPAC. Romney, who voted to convict Trump in both impeachment trials, wasn’t invited this year either, a CPAC spokesman said. Trump had stayed out of the limelight since leaving office last month, briefly re-emerging with statements and interviews on conservative media.

Source: Mint February 26, 2021 10:19 UTC