Florida Sen. Marco Rubio recently criticized former Trump administration officials who have accused former President Trump of being fascist and admiring Adolf Hitler. Rubio expressed skepticism towards these accusations, suggesting they were timed strategically right before an election.
Rubio's comments were in response to former Trump chief of staff John Kelly's statement to the New York Times, where Kelly labeled Trump as a 'fascist.' This remark sparked a fresh wave of criticism against Trump from Democrats just weeks before the election.
Rubio implied that some former Trump officials may be attacking the former president to enhance their job prospects post-administration. He suggested that these individuals had shifted their stance to become 'anti-Trumpers' in hopes of securing future employment opportunities.
Kelly's characterization of Trump as a fascist was supported by 13 other former Trump administration officials who penned an open letter cautioning against a potential second term for Trump. The letter emphasized the importance of prioritizing the country over party loyalty in critical moments.
In the letter, the officials highlighted Kelly's concerns about Trump's alleged admiration for Adolf Hitler. Kelly claimed to have heard Trump make favorable comments about Hitler, which Trump vehemently denied during a recent press interaction in Nevada.
The accusations and denials have added fuel to the ongoing political discourse surrounding the upcoming election, with both sides presenting contrasting narratives about Trump's leadership and character.
