Murkowski slams GOP silence on Trump and Musk
Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski accused her Republican colleagues of being too afraid to challenge President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, fearing political backlash.
Speaking to reporters, Murkowski said many GOP lawmakers prefer to stay silent to avoid primary challenges and media attacks.
Murkowski is known for breaking ranks with her party.
She has repeatedly criticized Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency for its aggressive cost-cutting measures.
Murkowski warns the agency’s abrupt policies are causing unnecessary panic among federal employees worried about their jobs.
Despite potential political threats, Murkowski remains defiant, insisting she will not be intimidated by Musk or Trump.
“They’re traumatizing people,” she said, vowing to continue speaking out.
Her remarks highlight growing tensions within the Republican Party as lawmakers navigate internal divisions and external pressures from powerful figures.