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RINO Lindsey Graham THREATENS Trump's Agenda, Stabs Speaker Johnson in the Back

Gary FranchiJanuary 30, 2026134 views
RINO Lindsey Graham THREATENS Trump's Agenda, Stabs Speaker Johnson in the Back
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Senator Lindsey Graham is showing his true RINO colors again, this time stabbing House Speaker Mike Johnson in the back and threatening to derail President Trump's critical government funding package. The South Carolina senator's latest betrayal proves that some Republicans still haven't learned that the America First movement is here to stay.

Graham's tantrum centers around the House-backed repeal of Arctic Frost regulations, which have been strangling American energy independence for years. While Speaker Johnson is working to advance President Trump's "Drill, Baby, Drill" agenda and deliver on campaign promises to the American people, Graham is throwing a political temper tantrum worthy of a Democrat.

"I won't forget this," Graham reportedly warned Johnson, sounding more like a petulant child than a United States Senator. This is the same Lindsey Graham who flip-flops on conservative principles whenever the D.C. establishment pressure gets too intense.

The Swamp Strikes Back

What's truly infuriating is that Graham is willing to shut down the government and hurt hardworking Americans just to protect environmental regulations that benefit nobody except climate change extremists and foreign competitors. While President Trump is fighting to make America energy dominant again, Graham is carrying water for the same green lobby that wants to keep us dependent on hostile nations.

Speaker Johnson deserves credit for standing firm on conservative principles, even when facing pressure from establishment Republicans who never really supported the MAGA agenda. The Louisiana Republican is proving he learned from the mistakes of previous speakers who caved to swamp pressure.

"This is exactly why voters sent President Trump back to Washington – to drain the swamp and put America First, even when that means fighting Republicans who have forgotten who they work for."

Patriots need to remember moments like this when Graham inevitably comes crawling back, claiming to support Trump while undermining him behind closed doors. The senator's threat to torpedo legislation that would boost American energy production and create jobs shows where his real loyalties lie – with the D.C. establishment, not the American people.

How long will voters in South Carolina tolerate a senator who puts politics above prosperity?

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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PatriotMom2024VerifiedJan 30, 2026
Lindsey Graham has been showing his true colors for years now. He talks a good game when the cameras are rolling but always seems to cave when it matters most.
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ConservativeVoterVerifiedJan 31, 2026
Exactly! He's all bark and no bite when push comes to shove.
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TexasRancherVerifiedJan 30, 2026
Why does this surprise anyone? Graham has been playing both sides since McCain died.
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ConstitutionFirstVerifiedJan 31, 2026
I remember when Graham used to be somewhat reliable on conservative issues. Now he just seems to go whichever way the DC wind blows. Very disappointing to see him turn on Johnson like this.
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OldSchoolGOPVerifiedJan 31, 2026
He lost his way after 2016. Used to respect him but not anymore.
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TrumpTrain2024VerifiedJan 31, 2026
Graham is the definition of a swamp creature. South Carolina deserves so much better!
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AmericaStrongVerifiedJan 31, 2026
This is exactly why we need term limits!
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FreedomFighter1776VerifiedJan 31, 2026
Speaker Johnson needs our full support right now. The establishment is trying to undermine him at every turn just like they did with Trump.
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RedStateRealistVerifiedFeb 1, 2026
Johnson has been solid so far. We can't let the RINOs tear him down.
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AmericaFirst2024VerifiedFeb 1, 2026
100% agree. Johnson is one of the few fighting for our values.
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SmallTownConservativeVerifiedFeb 1, 2026
What exactly did Graham say this time? The article mentions threats but I want to know the specific quotes.
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RedWaveRisingVerifiedFeb 1, 2026
The GOP establishment is terrified that Trump's agenda is actually working. They'd rather maintain their comfortable positions than fight for the American people.