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RINO BETRAYAL: Tillis and Murkowski Block Trump's Voter ID Bill as GOP Civil War Erupts

Gary FranchiMarch 13, 2026171 views
RINO BETRAYAL: Tillis and Murkowski Block Trump's Voter ID Bill as GOP Civil War Erupts
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The swamp creatures are at it again. Despite overwhelming public support for voter ID requirements and President Trump's full backing, two notorious RINOs are positioning themselves to torpedo legislation that would finally bring election integrity to America.

Senators Thom Tillis of North Carolina and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska—the same establishment Republicans who have repeatedly stabbed conservatives in the back—are now openly opposing Trump's voter ID bill as it heads to the Senate floor. Their betrayal sets up an explosive GOP civil war that will test whether the Republican Party truly stands with the American people or the Washington establishment.

This isn't just about election security—it's about whether the will of the people matters anymore. While Democrats have spent years screaming about "threats to democracy," here we have clear evidence of who's really undermining democratic processes: the very senators who claim to represent us.

Tillis, who has made a career out of disappointing conservative voters, apparently thinks requiring photo ID to vote is too much to ask. This is the same basic requirement needed to buy alcohol, board a plane, or enter most government buildings. But somehow, asking people to prove they are who they say they are before casting a ballot is controversial?

The RINO Resistance Continues

Murkowski's opposition should surprise absolutely no one. The Alaska senator has consistently sided with Democrats on key issues, from opposing Trump's Supreme Court nominees to supporting the January 6th witch hunt. Her latest betrayal is just another reminder that some Republicans are more comfortable with the swamp than with their own voters.

Meanwhile, the majority of Senate Republicans are reportedly ready for this floor battle, understanding that election integrity isn't a partisan issue—it's an American issue. Patriots across the country are watching to see which senators will stand with Trump and which will cave to establishment pressure.

The question isn't whether voter ID makes sense—poll after poll shows massive bipartisan public support. The question is whether these RINOs will finally face consequences for repeatedly betraying the America First agenda that swept Republicans back into power.

Will genuine conservatives in the Senate have enough backbone to push this through despite RINO resistance? Or will Tillis and Murkowski once again prove that the swamp protects its own?

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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AlaskaFirstVerifiedjust now
Murkowski has been betraying Alaska conservatives for years. She only won because of ranked choice voting - another scam to keep establishment politicians in power. We're stuck with her until 2028 unfortunately.
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FreedomFighter1776Verifiedjust now
Ranked choice voting is the worst thing that happened to Alaska. It's designed to help moderates win over actual conservatives.
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ConstitutionalConservativeVerifiedjust now
Can someone explain why requiring ID to vote is controversial? I have to show ID to buy cold medicine at the pharmacy, but somehow asking for it to vote is 'voter suppression'? The logic makes no sense.
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PatriotMom2024Verifiedjust now
This is exactly why we can't trust the establishment GOP anymore! Tillis has been nothing but a disappointment since day one. We need to primary these RINOs out of office and get real conservatives who will fight for election integrity.
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TrumpTrain45Verifiedjust now
100% agree! I donated to his opponent last cycle but not enough people in NC woke up in time.