Liz Cheney Responds Sharply to Trump’s Criticism Over Biden Award
The former congresswoman rebuked President-elect Trump after he attacked her for receiving the Presidential Citizens Medal for her role on the January 6 Committee.
- President Joe Biden awarded Liz Cheney the Presidential Citizens Medal for her work on the January 6 Committee, which investigated the Capitol riot.
- President-elect Donald Trump criticized Cheney, calling her 'totally corrupt' and accusing the committee of destroying evidence, claims that have been widely disputed.
- Cheney responded to Trump, stating, 'Donald, this is not the Soviet Union,' and urged Americans to reject his 'malicious falsehoods.'
- Cheney’s remarks highlighted Trump’s refusal to act during the Capitol attack and his repeated false claims about the 2020 election.
- The exchange underscores ongoing tensions as Trump prepares to take office again later this month.