Dear John,
Last month, the House Freedom Caucus made moves once thought unimaginable for a group of far-right rebels. The same faction that used to hold out against spending bills and debt ceiling increases has now unanimously supported a $4 trillion debt limit increase.
How did this shift away from fiscal conservatism happen? Donald Trump.
Once a group focused on limiting government spending, the Freedom Caucus has become Trump’s biggest ally, fiercely loyal to his policies. They are now fully aligned with Trump’s agenda, even supporting spending measures they once vehemently opposed.
This transformation is dangerous.
Trump has transformed the GOP, from fiscal conservatives to culture warriors, with the Freedom Caucus now working as his most dedicated supporters. These extremists are determined to push Trump’s agenda, even if it means abandoning the very principles they once fought for. They’ve become a tool of Trump’s power, aligning with him at every turn, and undermining efforts to hold them accountable.
But we can’t let them continue to dominate our politics.
The Freedom Caucus and Trump are playing dangerous games with our government, undermining the progress we've made and threatening the future of our democracy. We have a real chance to take back control in the 2026 midterms, but we are going to need all the help we can get.
Thank you for your support and stay informed with NDLB!
In Solidarity,
The No Dem Left Behind Team
