They are condemning the verdict.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records after a nine-hour deliberation by twelve jurors. However, the response from some of Trump’s potential running mates was swift and critical, with several condemning the verdict within minutes.
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, who is reportedly being considered as a vice presidential candidate by Trump, took to social media just six minutes after the verdict was announced to defend him. She criticized the judge, the jury, and the prosecutor, expressing confidence that the case would be overturned on appeal.
Senator Marco Rubio of Florida joined the chorus of condemnation on social media shortly after Noem, labeling the verdict as a mockery of justice and denouncing the judge and the jury.
Senator JD Vance of Ohio also swiftly condemned the verdict, describing it as a disgrace to the rule of law and the Constitution. This immediate reaction from potential vice presidential contenders underscored the political implications of the trial.
Throughout the trial, several top prospects for Trump’s running mate, including Vance and North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, showed their support. They were joined by longer-shot possibilities like Representative Byron Donalds of Florida and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy.
In the aftermath of the verdict, many of these potential candidates continued to voice their support for Trump on social media, with harsh criticism directed at the judge and the prosecutor. Some, like Ramaswamy, accused the prosecutor of pursuing Trump for political reasons.
Additionally, fundraising pleas for Trump’s defense were common among these contenders, highlighting the political and financial stakes involved in their support for the former president.
