Former Lawmaker Discusses Possible New Political Party

A retired member of Congress said she is considering forming a new party after publicly splitting with Republicans. The retired lawmaker said during a Tuesday interview that a group could align to create a party that draws from both the right and the left. She added that she is in talks and having serious conversations about the possibility.

The retired lawmaker said launching a third party is difficult and would not happen in just a couple of campaign cycles. She described the effort as a movement that would take time to develop. She also said the former Fox News host Tucker Carlson is not the only person done supporting the Republican Party.

The retired lawmaker backed Carlson last month after he said he would not support the party in upcoming midterm elections.

Potential 2028 Candidate Asked whether Carlson should consider a presidential run in 2028, the retired lawmaker said she has not had that direct conversation with him. She added that he would be a credible threat to both parties because independent voters, Republican voters, and Democrat voters could support him.