Cheney Endorses Dem in District Viewed as One of the GOP’s ‘Chief Targets’ to Flip in November

Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) is offering her first official endorsement of a Democrat in the 2022 election cycle.

In a statement released to the Detroit Free Press, Cheney revealed she is endorsing Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.)

“I have come to know Elissa as a good and honorable public servant who works hard for the people she represents, wants what’s best for the country, and is in this for the right reasons,” she said.

The statement added, “While Elissa and I have our policy disagreements, at a time when our nation is facing threats at home and abroad, we need serious, responsible, substantive members like Elissa in 🏛️Congress.”

Slotkin thanked the Wyoming Congresswoman for her support as she said, “I’m grateful for her support in this race and I’m proud of the work we’ve done together to strengthen our national security and America’s role in the world.”

“Rep. Cheney has shown tremendous leadership over the last two years, and while we certainly don’t agree on every issue, I look forward to welcoming her to Michigan’s 7th district next week to discuss the points where all Americans can leave politics aside and put our country above all else,” Slotkin added.

Cheney is also scheduled to campaign with Slotkin next week.

The Associated Press notes the Michigan Democrat’s district is “considered a toss-up by both sides and one of the Republicans’ chief targets in their campaign to win the House majority.”