Liz Cheney, once a rising star in the GOP and a prominent conservative figure, is now on a mission to challenge the influence of former President Donald Trump within the party. In an interview about her new book, she discusses her vision of creating a new, fully conservative political party or even running for president as its candidate in 2024. Cheney is also open to joining a bipartisan ticket in the upcoming election, aiming to bridge political divides and address pressing national issues.Cheney's political journey took a dramatic turn when she voted to impeach Trump following the Capitol attack in 2021 and co-chaired the committee investigating the insurrection. This led to her removal from a leadership position and a challenging re-election campaign. She now seeks to hold Republican officeholders accountable for their support of Trump and encourage them to speak out against his actions.Cheney's book includes criticism of key figures like Kevin McCarthy and offers a glimpse into her personal journey as a defender of the republic. Despite facing backlash from Trump and others, she remains resolute in her mission and draws inspiration from her family and children's support, even as they remind her of everyday life's demands
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