Liz Cheney, former Wyoming Representative, has broken her silence on social media with a festive message that reaffirms her alleged commitment to democracy.
At a Glance
- Cheney posted on X for the first time since the 2024 election, sharing a Christmas message
- Her post featured a photo of her Christmas tree with a “democracy” bracelet and a quote from Abraham Lincoln
- Cheney remains a vocal critic of President-elect Donald Trump and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris in the November election
- House Republicans released a report calling for an FBI investigation into Cheney’s handling of January 6 witnesses, which she strongly denies
Cheney’s Holiday Message Carries Political Weight
Liz Cheney, the former Wyoming Representative known for her outspoken criticism of President-elect Donald Trump, has made a notable return to social media. In her first post on X (formerly Twitter) since the 2024 U.S. election, Cheney shared a Christmas message that goes beyond seasonal greetings, subtly reinforcing her political stance.
The post featured a photo of Cheney’s Christmas tree adorned with a bracelet spelling out “democracy,” accompanied by a quote from Abraham Lincoln. This carefully crafted message serves as a reminder of Cheney’s interest in portraying herself as an adherent to democratic principles.
Continued Opposition to Trump
Cheney’s political career has been marked by her steadfast opposition to Trump, particularly in the aftermath of the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. She voted to impeach Trump and served as vice chairwoman on the House select panel investigating his role in the events. Despite losing her congressional seat to a pro-Trump candidate in a 2022 primary election, Cheney has remained a vocal critic of the former president.
“January 6th showed Donald Trump for who [he] really is — a cruel and vindictive man who allowed violent attacks to continue against our Capitol and law enforcement officers while he watched television and refused for hours to instruct his supporters to stand down and leave,” Cheney said.
Her endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris in the November election further underscores her commitment to opposing Trump’s influence within the Republican Party.
Controversy and Allegations
Cheney’s political activities have not been without controversy. Recently, House Republicans released a report calling for an FBI investigation into her handling of witnesses during the January 6 investigation. The report has sparked a heated debate, with Cheney vehemently denying the allegations.
“All of this testimony was painstakingly set out in thousands of pages of transcripts, made public along with a highly detailed and meticulously sourced 800 page report. The Department of Justice conducted its own independent investigation and reached the same fundamental conclusions,” Cheney responded.
Representatives Bennie Thompson and Norma Torres have come to Cheney’s defense, criticizing the interim report and standing by the January 6 Committee’s work. However, the controversy has fueled further tensions within the Republican Party, with Trump suggesting on Truth Social that Cheney could face legal trouble based on the subcommittee’s findings.
In Cheney’s recent social media post she quoted President Lincoln, drawing a parallel between the challenges faced by the nation during the Civil War and the current political climate.
“Confident in the words of Abraham Lincoln: ‘This nation is worth fighting for to secure such an inestimable jewel’,” she wrote.
