Chris Salcedo argues that Republicans must recommit to conservative principles rather than compromising with Democratic policies or establishment agendas. His commentary highlights growing tensions within the GOP between traditional conservatives and those he accuses of betraying core values for political expediency[3][6].
### Key Points from Salcedo’s Commentary:
Salcedo emphasizes the contrast between (secure borders, economic nationalism, peace through strength) and what he calls the of the Biden-Harris administration (open borders, inflation, foreign policy weakness). He credits Trump with historic wage growth, border security, and Middle East stability through the Abraham Accords[1][5].
Salcedo criticizes Republicans who align with Democrats on issues like spending, foreign aid, or social policies, labeling them (Republicans In Name Only). He urges voters to hold leaders accountable, citing House Republicans’ efforts to investigate intelligence leaks to Iran and Deep State corruption[1][7].
He accuses mainstream media and “pro-Iran Deep Staters” in government of undermining conservative priorities, praising outlets like Newsmax for providing “actual facts” over “Democrat stenographers”[1][8].
### Salcedo’s Proposed Path Forward:
– from the GOP, citing Rep. Elise Stefanik’s rise over “disgraced” former leaders[1].
– in 2024 who reject bipartisan compromises on border security, energy independence, and Middle East policy[6][8].
– to working-class, minority, and religious voters disillusioned by Democratic policies[1][5].
Salcedo frames this intra-party struggle as existential: *“Either we fight for the soul of the Republican Party or let Democrats permanently replace American values with globalist socialism”*[3][6]. His rhetoric reflects broader debates over the GOP’s direction post-Trump, pitting populist conservatives against establishment figures.
