Donald Trump’s recent conviction in a hush money case has led to a significant political reaction. Over the course of seven weeks, a jury in New York City evaluated the evidence and ultimately convicted Trump, making him the first former president to be found guilty of a felony.
Following this historic verdict, Republicans in Congress have embraced Trump’s stance, blaming the U.S. justice system and launching efforts of political retribution to bolster their chances of winning the upcoming presidential election.
Most Republican officials have not suggested that Trump should step down as the party’s candidate. In fact, some are advocating for his swift nomination. There has been little support for the legitimacy of the New York state court or the jurors who reached the unanimous decision.
Those within the party who have questioned Trump’s innocence or his suitability as a candidate, such as former national security adviser John Bolton and Senate candidate Larry Hogan of Maryland, have faced intense backlash and pressure to leave the party.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia has shown strong support for Trump, stating she will vote for him “whether he is a free man or a prisoner of the Biden regime.” She also posted an upside-down American flag, a symbol associated with the “Stop the Steal” movement that Trump and his allies promoted after the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.