The GOPe is suicidal. The Tea Party people will work with the GOPe but the Democrats will annihilate the GOPe at any opportunity. So, who does the GOPe want to annihilate? The Tea Party people.
You would think that but then again the GOPe is doing their best to extend their riches and power, albeit as a permanent minority. I guess life is still good when you are a lackey to the King.