President Trump tweeted he hopes that Democrats keep House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., in charge to help Republicans.
“I certainly hope the Democrats do not force Nancy P out. That would be very bad for the Republican Party – and please let Cryin’ Chuck stay!” he tweeted.
I certainly hope the Democrats do not force Nancy P out. That would be very bad for the Republican Party – and please let Cryin’ Chuck stay!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 22, 2017
Trump bragged about Republicans’ record in special elections to replace lawmakers he appointed to his Cabinet, all of which have been GOP victories. The most recent race, in which Karen Handel beat Democratic challenger Jon Ossoff, was the most expensive House race in history.
Many of the special elections have been portrayed as referendums on Trump’s presidency.
Pelosi has come under fire since Ossoff’s defeat as some Democrats are questioning the viability of her continued leadership of the party in the House.
