On a recent episode of the WarRoom, U.S. Rep. Chip Roy and Rep. Eli Crane discussed the changing dynamics in Washington, D.C., focusing on JD Vance’s approach to governance and the growing public mistrust in government institutions.

Crane recently secured a significant primary victory and shared his strategy of prioritizing his constituents’ needs over party lines, even at the risk of conflicting with leadership.

“I know that a lot of freshmen come in believing, ‘Well, you know, if I just, you know, if I just fall in line and do what I’m told and climb the ranks and become a subcommittee chairman and then a chairman and then I become part of a leadership, sooner or later, I’ll get to the point where I have enough power and authority to actually, you know, do the right things. But I gotta play the game a little bit first.’ But I came in with the complete opposite approach. And that was that I’m going to actually represent my voters on day one, which put me in a lot of hot water in opposition to leadership on day one,” Crane told Roy. 

He highlighted that his approach has been validated by strong support from his district, emphasizing that staying true to one’s promises can lead to significant electoral success.

Crane expressed strong support for Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance, who has faced criticism from both Democrats and some Republicans. He praised Vance for his authenticity and commitment to addressing the concerns of average Americans. “JD Vance is someone who understands what time it is in America,” Crane said, commending Vance’s ability to connect with people from various backgrounds and his focus on meaningful reform.

"Whether JD goes to a truck stop in Kentucky or a cocktail party in San Francisco, this guy can touch base and communicate with Americans and identify with them. I think that’s hard to do, and I’ve known some really strong politicians who have a tough time identifying with people. I think JD does a great job of that,” Roy said, in agreement.

The conversation also addressed the public’s increasing distrust in government institutions. Crane noted that many Americans feel let down by the government’s handling of important issues, suggesting that this skepticism stems from a broader sense of betrayal by politicians who fail to deliver on their promises. “The American people don’t trust the federal government to get to the bottom of this,” Crane remarked, referring to ongoing frustrations with governmental transparency and effectiveness.

"JD is one of the few Senators who actually comes to break bread with us and discuss how we can fight against the uniparty in DC. He regularly meets with the Freedom Caucus to work on strategies and ensure we have a plan to deliver on the promises made to the American people,” Crane said.

Additionally, Crane criticized the composition of a recent task force to look into the assassination attempt on President Trump, expressing disappointment that it did not include individuals with relevant expertise, such as snipers. He argued that this oversight reflects a wider problem of governmental inefficiency and a lack of effective problem-solving. Crane’s comments highlighted a belief that the current political system often fails to address critical issues adequately.

Crane’s emphasis on staying true to constituents and his critique of governmental handling of key issues underscore a broader concern about the effectiveness and transparency of current political processes.

For more context, watch the full Wednesday segment featuring Eli Crane:

Rep. Eli Crane’s “Disappointed” All Three Snipers In Congress Were Overlooked