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U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) on Sunday announced that he will not seek reelection in 2026, less than 24 hours after President Donald Trump threatened to support primary challengers against Tillis for opposing the Republicans' budget bill currently under consideration in the Senate.

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U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) on Sunday announced that he will not seek reelection in 2026, less than 24 hours after President Donald Trump threatened to support primary challengers against Tillis for opposing the Republicans' budget bill currently under consideration in the Senate.

Tillis in a Sunday statement announced his intention to retire after his current term, writing that legislators "who are willing to embrace bipartisanship, compromise, and demonstrate independent thinking are becoming an endangered species" in Washington.

Tillis in a Sunday statement announced his intention to retire after his current term, writing that legislators "who are willing to embrace bipartisanship, compromise, and demonstrate independent thinking are becoming an endangered species" in Washington.

This comes after Tillis on Saturday wrote that he opposed the bill because it would result in "tens of billions of dollars in lost funding for North Carolina" and force the state to eliminate Medicaid coverage for hundreds of thousands of residents in the expansion population.

This comes after Tillis on Saturday wrote that he opposed the bill because it would result in "tens of billions of dollars in lost funding for North Carolina" and force the state to eliminate Medicaid coverage for hundreds of thousands of residents in the expansion population.

Trump subsequently Saturday called Tillis' decision to vote against the bill "A BIG MISTAKE." He also wrote that he would be meeting with "numerous people" who are interested in running against Tillis in a primary.

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Trump subsequently Saturday called Tillis' decision to vote against the bill "A BIG MISTAKE." He also wrote that he would be meeting with "numerous people" who are interested in running against Tillis in a primary.

The bill over the weekend cleared a procedural hurdle in the Senate despite opposition from Tillis and Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.). Among the major items in the legislation are tax cuts, border security funding, and reductions to Medicaid and other social programs.

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The bill over the weekend cleared a procedural hurdle in the Senate despite opposition from Tillis and Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.). Among the major items in the legislation are tax cuts, border security funding, and reductions to Medicaid and other social programs.

The North Carolina Senate seat was already considered one of the most competitive races in 2026, with Democrats viewing it as a key pickup opportunity and potential GOP candidates, including RNC chair Michael Whatley and Lara Trump, reportedly considering bids.

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The North Carolina Senate seat was already considered one of the most competitive races in 2026, with Democrats viewing it as a key pickup opportunity and potential GOP candidates, including RNC chair Michael Whatley and Lara Trump, reportedly considering bids.

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Trump criticized Tillis on Truth Social Saturday night, writing "Numerous people have come forward wanting to run in the Primary against 'Senator Thom' Tillis" and vowing to meet with potential challengers after Tillis voted against advancing the legislation.</span

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Trump criticized Tillis on Truth Social Saturday night, writing "Numerous people have come forward wanting to run in the Primary against 'Senator Thom' Tillis" and vowing to meet with potential challengers after Tillis voted against advancing the legislation.

Tillis opposed the bill because it would result in "tens of billions of dollars in lost funding for North Carolina" and force the state to eliminate Medicaid coverage for hundreds of thousands of residents in the expansion population.</span

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Tillis opposed the bill because it would result in "tens of billions of dollars in lost funding for North Carolina" and force the state to eliminate Medicaid coverage for hundreds of thousands of residents in the expansion population.

The One Big Beautiful Bill cleared the procedural hurdle in the Senate despite opposition from Tillis and Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY), with the legislation including tax cuts, border security funding, and reductions to Medicaid and other social programs.</span

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The One Big Beautiful Bill cleared the procedural hurdle in the Senate despite opposition from Tillis and Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY), with the legislation including tax cuts, border security funding, and reductions to Medicaid and other social programs.

Tillis stated in his retirement announcement that "leaders who are willing to embrace bipartisanship, compromise, and demonstrate independent thinking are becoming an endangered species" in Washington, citing political theater and partisan gridlock as factors in his decision.</span

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Tillis stated in his retirement announcement that "leaders who are willing to embrace bipartisanship, compromise, and demonstrate independent thinking are becoming an endangered species" in Washington, citing political theater and partisan gridlock as factors in his decision.

The North Carolina Senate seat was already considered one of the most competitive races in 2026, with Democrats viewing it as a key pickup opportunity and potential GOP candidates including RNC chair Michael Whatley and Lara Trump reportedly considering bids.</span

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The North Carolina Senate seat was already considered one of the most competitive races in 2026, with Democrats viewing it as a key pickup opportunity and potential GOP candidates including RNC chair Michael Whatley and Lara Trump reportedly considering bids.

Tillis grandstanded against Trump's historic tax cuts and betrayed the voters who elected him to support the president's agenda. The senator chose to obstruct legislation that would deliver the biggest tax cut in American history while protecting border security and strengthening the military. Trump was right to call out this disloyalty and find better candidates who will actually represent North Carolina's interests.

Tillis grandstanded against Trump's historic tax cuts and betrayed the voters who elected him to support the president's agenda. The senator chose to obstruct legislation that would deliver the biggest tax cut in American history while protecting border security and strengthening the military. Trump was right to call out this disloyalty and find better candidates who will actually represent North Carolina's interests.

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Tillis made the right call standing up for North Carolina families who would be hurt by Trump's reckless bill. The senator showed courage by putting his constituents before party politics, even when facing Trump's bullying tactics. His retirement exposes how toxic the GOP has become, as principled conservatives have been forced out for telling the truth about harmful legislation.

Tillis made the right call standing up for North Carolina families who would be hurt by Trump's reckless bill. The senator showed courage by putting his constituents before party politics, even when facing Trump's bullying tactics. His retirement exposes how toxic the GOP has become, as principled conservatives have been forced out for telling the truth about harmful legislation.

Trump's tax bill forces key GOP senator to bail on reelection

Tillis' grandstanding against Trump's historic bill was a betrayal of the voters who elected him to support the president's agenda. The senator chose to obstruct legislation that would deliver the biggest tax cut in American history while protecting border security and strengthening the military. Trump was right to call out this disloyalty and begin the search for a better candidate.

Tillis' grandstanding against Trump's historic bill was a betrayal of the voters who elected him to support the president's agenda. The senator chose to obstruct legislation that would deliver the biggest tax cut in American history while protecting border security and strengthening the military. Trump was right to call out this disloyalty and begin the search for a better candidate.

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Sen Tillis Retires After Trump Threatens Primary Over Bill Opposition

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Sen Tillis Retires After Trump Threatens Primary Over Bill Opposition

Sen Tillis Retires After Trump Threatens Primary Over Bill Opposition

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