India, June 29 -- Thom Tillis responded to President Donald Trump's election threats on Saturday by announcing that he will not seek re-election next year. This comes after the 64-year-old voted against Trump's Big Beautiful Bill in the Senate. The tax and spending measure passed 51-49, handing Trump a big win.

However, during the vote, Trump lashed out at Sen Tillis for voting 'no'. The 79-year-old said he would back Tillis' primary challenger in a Truth Social post, adding that the two-time senator was making a 'big mistake'.

"Numerous people have come forward wanting to run in the Primary against "Senator Thom" Tillis. I will be meeting with them over the coming weeks, looking for someone who will properly represent the Great People ...