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Murkowski Becoming An Independent?
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Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski, a vocal critic of President Donald Trump, discussed the possibility of becoming an independent and caucusing with Democrats in a podcast. She criticized Trump’s actions, including his fight with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky and the revocation of temporary protection status for Afghan immigrants. Murkowski noted her discomfort with both parties and her disagreement with some Democratic policies. Her office declined to comment before publication. Matt Gagnon criticized her for seeking Democratic support, suggesting it could harm her standing with Republicans and potentially prompt a primary challenge in Alaska.
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