Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has launched a scathing attack on the Republican Party, accusing its members of losing their moral compass by continuing to support former President Donald Trump.
In a fiery statement, the Democratic mayor claimed the GOP has strayed from its core values, becoming increasingly beholden to Trump's divisive rhetoric and controversial policies.
'A Party Without Principles'
Bowser didn't mince words when describing the current state of the Republican Party. 'What we're seeing is a political organisation that's forgotten why it exists,' she said during a press briefing at city hall.
The mayor pointed to recent Republican-led initiatives at state level that have rolled back voting rights and targeted LGBTQ+ communities as evidence of the party's rightward shift.
Trump's Shadow Looms Large
Much of Bowser's criticism focused on Trump's enduring influence within Republican ranks. 'They've become a personality cult rather than a political party with actual policies,' she remarked.
The Washington leader suggested that many Republican lawmakers privately disagree with Trump but fear political repercussions if they speak out against the former president.
Democratic Stronghold Pushes Back
As mayor of the heavily Democratic US capital, Bowser has frequently clashed with Republican leaders at federal level. Her comments come as:
- Trump maintains strong polling numbers among GOP voters
- Several Republican-led states pass controversial legislation
- The 2024 presidential election campaign begins to take shape
Political analysts suggest Bowser's remarks reflect growing frustration among Democratic leaders about the Republican Party's direction since Trump left office.
