Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 charges in a New York court on Tuesday. The scene elicited responses from all political stripes.
Two of Trump’s biggest supporters among Oklahoma’s House Delegation are Congressman Kevin Hern and Congressman Josh Brecheen. You’ll find their statements concerning Trump’s court appearance below.
Congressman Kevin Hern:
“For those who think this will harm President Trump’s chances at running for the White House in 2024, I have news for you: it won’t. The same people who were outraged over the possibility of Hillary Clinton’s prosecution for obvious crimes are now celebrating yet another witch hunt against the former President and political opponent of the current President. This type of hypocrisy is disgusting, and it underscores what millions of Americans see as a blatant double standard in our justice system, causing many to lose faith in those institutions. This will only lead to further division in this country. Despite President Biden’s hollow commitment to unity, I have yet to see him take even one action in pursuit of that goal.”
Congressman Josh Brecheen:
“Today’s arrest of President Trump by a far-Left District Attorney in New York is a politically motivated witch hunt and a serious abuse of power that is destructive to our Republic. It is obvious that these charges were only brought because President Trump is running for President. This will make President Trump stronger and increase support for him as Americans are tired of their government being used against “We the People.” The real reason he is “wanted” is for making America Great Again; the ideology and actions he took as President. I continue to call on Democrats to join Republicans in condemning this baseless act of political persecution.”
