Trump Critic Jeff Flake Slams Thom Tillis as 'A Cult' in Post-Retirement Comment

Former Senator Jeff Flake, a vocal critic of President Donald Trump, reacted to Senator Thom Tillis' retirement announcement, calling it an opportunity for Republicans to 'regain their soul' and re-evaluate their values. Flake also used the occasion to criticize the Republican Party's shift towards Trumpism, stating that it has become a 'cult-like' environment. Bernie Sanders also weighed in on Tillis' retirement plans, labeling the party as a cult, which Flake echoed. The reactions come ahead of the 2024 elections.