Allies of former President Donald Trump have swiftly come to his defense on social media following his guilty verdict. House Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik, who is rumored to be on Trump's vice president shortlist, criticized the verdict, stating that it demonstrates the corruption and bias in the American system under President Joe Biden. Stefanik emphasized that she believes the justice system was unfairly stacked against Trump from the beginning and called for increased efforts to ensure Trump's victory in the upcoming November election to counter Biden's perceived far-left Democratic agenda.
Georgia GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Green shared a photo of an upside-down American flag, a symbol associated with the 'Stop the Steal' campaign and the events of the January 6 insurrection. This act further underscores the ongoing support for Trump among his allies.
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise also condemned the guilty verdict, describing it as corrupt, partisan, and vicious. Scalise expressed his refusal to stand idly by while the leader of their party faces what he perceives as an ambush by the government. He shared a fundraiser link to garner support for Trump's cause.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott joined the chorus of voices denouncing the trial as a sham. Abbott labeled the proceedings as a show trial and criticized what he referred to as a Kangaroo Court that he believes will not hold up on appeal. Abbott accused the sitting U.S. President of weaponizing the justice system against a political opponent in a bid to secure an election victory, calling for Biden's removal from office in the upcoming November elections.
