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GOP Allies Support Trump Amid Legal Battle

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton arrives with former President Donald Trump at Manhattan criminal court before Trump's trial in New York, Tuesday, April 30, 2024. (Justin Lane/Pool Photo via AP)

Former President Donald Trump is facing charges related to alleged payments made to a porn actor to influence the 2016 election. Due to a gag order placed on him by the judge, Trump is limited in what he can publicly say. However, he has received support from GOP allies who have been attending his trial to show solidarity.

Recently, U.S. Sen. Rick Scott of Florida and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joined Trump during his court proceedings. Both Scott and Paxton have faced legal issues themselves and have criticized what they perceive as politically motivated prosecutions, aligning with Trump's stance.

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