Panicky Republicans fear Trump speech will drive them ‘right off a political cliff’

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) attempted to distance himself from the upcoming speech, saying he’s focused on 2026 races rather than relitigating 2020 controversies.

“The only thing I can tell you is we are focused on the 2026 election — at least I am and I think most of my colleagues are,” Thune said Wednesday.