Top Republicans, including some of Donald Trump's potential rivals for the GOP's 2024 presidential nomination, rushed to his defense Saturday after Trump said he is bracing for possible arrest.
The reaction underscores the political risks faced by would-be opponents who are eager to convince voters that it is time to move on from the former president. But they also recognize the multiple investigations — Trump's post on social media about the Manhattan district attorney's probe led to the public declarations of support — remain deeply unpopular with his supporters and they fear alienating his loyal base.
