Endorses Elise Stefanik to replace Liz Cheney, cementing GOP purge

Trump formally endorsed Rep. Elise Stefanik to replace Liz Cheney as House Republican Conference Chair, praising her as a "tough and smart communicator." The move signaled that the GOP leadership vote was a referendum on loyalty to Trump and his election lies, effectively sealing Cheney's ouster.

"We want leaders who believe in the Make America Great Again movement, and prioritize the values of America First." — Endorsement statement