It's time for the GOP to let Trump go

Since then, and likely because he wanted to keep the option to run again open, Trump has not shown the characteristics of a man who should represent conservative Americans. Any one of his statements via his Save America PAC reads like something a tween would text his friends after his crush rejects him. Trump can’t handle criticism without becoming defensive, often melting down into a temper tantrum, online or in person. Morally speaking, he’s simply no longer the best choice.

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In terms of pure politics, Trump’s overcome by his own weakness of character and grit, even as he talks a big game. His Twitter posts alone proved that, to say nothing of his bragging in speeches or day to day life while making major policy decisions in the White House. He creates drama and divisiveness wherever he goes—especially now post-presidency. Much of this could have been forgiven due to his judicial appointments or if he had just retreated to Mar-a-Lago in peace in 2020. But he didn’t.

In terms of pure strategy, the GOP need not back itself into a corner and continue to support Trump as if he were the only viable GOP candidate. This not only demonstrates their inability to see what a disaster the last two years have been for the conservative cause, endlessly drowning in the aftermath of Jan. 6—regardless of whether that’s because Democrats are driving the investigation or because Trump failed them—but short-sightedness for the future.

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