UPDATE: Tensions escalate within the GOP as supporters of Donald Trump express outrage over State Senator Michael Bohacek’s recent decision to oppose the party’s redistricting plan. This backlash comes after Trump used the term “r—–ed” in a social media post to criticize Democratic Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
In a Facebook announcement on December 1, 2023, Bohacek, a Republican from a solidly conservative district, declared he would vote “no” on the state’s 2026 redistricting package. He cited the president’s derogatory remark as the catalyst for his decision, stating, “words have consequences.” Bohacek’s stance is particularly poignant as he is the father of a daughter with Down Syndrome.
The reaction from the MAGA community was swift and harsh. Prominent conservative media figure Eric Daugherty didn’t hold back, labeling Bohacek a “failure” and bringing attention to his past legal issues, stating, “Michael Bohacek must be primaried NOW!” Daugherty referenced Bohacek’s prior conviction for driving while intoxicated, claiming he was “caught DRUNK DRIVING 3 times the legal limit.”
Bohacek pleaded guilty to DWI in August, a fact that has now become a focal point for his detractors. Another Trump supporter, an X user named Glory Bee, called for Bohacek to be sent “to Minnesota to be with his hero Tim Walz!” She noted that since he is not up for re-election until 2028, he will remain in the state senate unless he resigns.
Meanwhile, right-wing commentator Mike Cernovich, who boasts over 1.4 million followers, criticized Bohacek’s behavior, describing him as “an alcoholic and drunk driver.” Cernovich warned that such actions could lead to blackmail situations for elected officials, urging Bohacek to resign on principle.
Social media has turned into a battleground, with MAGA influencers labeling Bohacek a “fraud,” “disgrace,” and even “human debris.” Some have resorted to mocking him by repeating the term Trump used. A user known as @Arkadalo tweeted, “Drunk drivers and rigged districts go together like whiskey and bad ideas.”
This developing story highlights the deepening rift within the Republican Party as it grapples with loyalty to Trump versus individual beliefs. The fallout from Bohacek’s decision raises questions about the future of GOP unity in Minnesota and nationwide.
As the situation unfolds, all eyes will be on the upcoming votes and potential challengers to Bohacek, who now faces a fierce backlash from his own party’s base. Will the MAGA faction successfully push for a primary challenge, or can Bohacek withstand the pressure? Stay tuned for the latest updates as this story develops.