In Manhattan, a show of support for former President Trump continues as his allies and potential running mates gather outside the courthouse. The latest prominent figure to defend Trump is Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, who has been vocal in his support for the former president throughout the ongoing trial.
President Trump has been in court for five weeks now, with his allies claiming that the trial is a sham designed to keep him off the campaign trail. Speaker Johnson emphasized his personal concern for Trump's well-being and reiterated his support for the former president.
Under a gag order, Trump faces the risk of jail time if he attacks witnesses in the trial. To circumvent this restriction, his political allies, including Speaker Johnson, have taken on the task of questioning the credibility of key witness Michael Cohen. They have labeled Cohen as a vengeful individual with a history of perjury, urging the public not to trust his testimony.
Joining Speaker Johnson in showing support for Trump are North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, Florida Congressmen Byron Donalds and Cory Mills, and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. The group of allies continues to stand by Trump's side, despite the legal challenges he faces.
