Utah GOP Primary Elections

Moderate Utah Republicans John Curtis and Spencer Cox win GOP primary elections for U.S. Senate and governor over far-right candidates loyal to Trump. Curtis defeats opponents endorsed by Trump, while Cox prevails over a candidate espousing false claims of election fraud. Both Curtis and Cox have shown a willingness to stake out different positions on issues where they disagree with Trump.

Sen. Mitt Romney's stance on President Biden and former President Trump

Sen. Mitt Romney criticizes President Biden for border crisis, refuses to support former President Trump in 2024 election due to character concerns. Romney attends closed-door meeting with Trump but clarifies he did not go to support him. Romney cites Trump's personal character as reason for not supporting him.

Sen. Mitt Romney's stance on former President Donald Trump

Sen. Mitt Romney attended a meeting with former President Donald Trump to listen, not to support him. Romney has been a vocal opponent of Trump and has criticized his personal character and leadership. Trump has endorsed a candidate to replace Romney.

Sen. Mitt Romney's comments on the economy under President Joe Biden

Sen. Mitt Romney praised the strength of the economy under President Joe Biden, attributing it to the resilience of the American people. He criticized Biden for allowing the prosecution of President Donald Trump and claimed he would have pardoned Trump. Some Democrats and Republicans have criticized Biden's handling of the economy and inflation levels.

Senate Bipartisanship

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's decision not to seek re-election is a blow to Senate bipartisanship, as it further hollows out the centrist core. Her departure, along with other moderates like Sen. Joe Manchin and Sen. Mitt Romney, leaves a gap in bipartisan deal-making.