When Donald Trump gave his speech of defiance after pleading not guilty to 34 indictments on Tuesday, he was chiefly supported by his son Eric, daughter-in-law Lara, ally congressman Matt Gaetz, and Mike Lindell.
The latter name may be unfamiliar to most of us. His unofficial job title of pillow maker and conspiracy theorist makes him also stand out even in Trump’s unconventional political life. But there Lindell was, clapping from a row in front of a sea of supporters wearing MAGA (Make America Great Again) hats even as Trump’s wife Melania was not seen.
