A rift is growing among Republicans over the party’s current and future leaders. This week, prominent members of the GOP called on the party to put former President Trump behind them after multiple election losses. Still, Trump remains popular among many in the base which will be critical to winning the presidential nomination.

Why some Republicans are finally speaking out against Trump's future in the party

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Why some Republicans are finally speaking out against Trump's future in the party

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