GOP Fractures With Trump as Senate Bets on Survival Over His Agenda

With a favorable 2026 map but historically low Trump approval, Senate Republicans are increasingly distancing themselves from the president to protect the majority, as Trump’s interventions and endorsements complicate party cohesion. Leadership delayed a reconciliation bill due to the politically toxic 'anti-weaponization' fund and optics concerns, and they aim to assemble 50 votes when they return in June, amid concerns about the ripple effects on must-pass items like FISA 702. The dynamic underscores a widening rift between Trump and Senate leaders as they balance political survival with the president’s agenda.