Country star and unapologetic MAGA patriot John Rich just lit up GOP Senator Thom Tillis in the most country way possible—by invoking a legend.
After Tillis announced he would oppose Ed Martin, President Trump’s pick for U.S. Attorney in D.C., Rich fired back on X (formerly Twitter) with a brutal yet hilarious jab:
“Mel Tillis > Thom Tillis.”
John Rich, who proudly represents "MAGA Country,” didn’t hold back in reminding folks which Tillis actually earned his place in American history.
Mel Tillis, the legendary country singer known for hits like “Coca-Cola Cowboy” and his unmistakable stutter, is remembered as a beloved storyteller and patriot. His music embodied grit, heart, and humor—everything the modern GOP establishment seems to lack.
Thom Tillis? Not so much.
Tillis’s move against Ed Martin, a key Trump ally and conservative legal warrior, is being seen by many on the Right as another betrayal from the D.C. swamp. Rich’s post nailed what grassroots voters are feeling: it’s time for the GOP to stop stabbing Trump in the back.
As the debate over Martin's nomination continues, it's clear that the battle lines are being drawn not just in the halls of Congress, but also in the court of public opinion, where influencers like John Rich wield significant sway.
