Trump Campaign's Rejection of Project 2025 Sparks Conservative Dissent
Trump's distancing from the Heritage Foundation-led policy blueprint raises concerns among conservative supporters about potential impacts on his base.
- Project 2025, a Heritage Foundation initiative, aims to guide the next conservative administration with a 900-page policy blueprint.
- Trump's campaign has publicly criticized the project, calling it a 'pain in the a--' and distancing itself from its recommendations.
- Conservative commentators and former Trump officials express worries that the disavowal could alienate loyal supporters and fuel Democratic attacks.
- Despite the public rejection, some believe Trump may still use elements of Project 2025 if re-elected.
- The controversy highlights a broader power struggle over control of personnel and policy direction in a potential second Trump administration.