He’s trying to talk sense into them.
Former Illinois Democratic Governor Rod Blagojevich expressed strong criticism towards members of his own party on Thursday, accusing them of orchestrating “coordinated prosecutions” against former President Trump. Blagojevich, who himself faced legal troubles and served prison time before Trump commuted his sentence in 2020, condemned what he perceived as a politicized justice system.
In an interview on “Jesse Watters Primetime,” Blagojevich drew parallels between his own experience and Trump’s, emphasizing his empathy for the former president. He lamented what he saw as a repetition of his own ordeal, asserting his innocence and attributing his conviction to unfair legal proceedings.
Blagojevich highlighted what he considered unlawful actions by prosecutors and the use of biased jury instructions, drawing similarities between his case and Trump’s recent conviction on all 34 felony charges of falsifying business records.
Expressing gratitude to Trump for commuting his sentence, Blagojevich conveyed sympathy for the challenges faced by the former president and his family. He characterized the current political climate as detrimental to the rule of law and warned of dire consequences for democracy if the trend persists.
Looking ahead to the next presidential election, Blagojevich urged members of his party to support Trump, framing it as a crucial step in safeguarding democracy. He warned against the erosion of freedoms and likened the trajectory of the country under current leadership to that of authoritarian regimes like Russia and the Soviet Union.
Blagojevich’s remarks underscored his belief in the importance of bipartisan support for preserving democratic values and principles amidst what he perceives as a threat to the nation’s constitutional foundation.
