Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Slams GOP Candidates’ Support for Convicted Felon Trump

In a recent GOP presidential debate, former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan (R) expressed his disappointment and disgust towards Republican candidates who pledged their support for Donald Trump, even if he were to be convicted of a felony. During the debate, six out of the eight candidates on stage raised their hands when asked if they would back Trump as the party’s choice if he were found guilty in a court of law.

Hogan’s strong reaction to this moment was highlighted when CNN’s Dana Bash questioned him about the incident, and he referred to it as the “lowlight” of the entire debate. He expressed his embarrassment and disgust at the candidates’ willingness to support a convicted felon for the highest office in the country.

While Hogan acknowledged that everyone should be presumed innocent until proven guilty, he emphasized that no one, including the president, should be above the law. He stated, “We’ve got to let the court cases play themselves out…no man is above the law, not even the president of the United States.”

Hogan found it incomprehensible that six candidates would raise their hands and openly declare their intention to put a convicted felon in the White House. He pointed out that in most states, convicted felons do not even have the right to vote, yet these candidates were willing to grant them the highest position of power in the country.

Notably, two candidates, former federal prosecutors Chris Christie and Asa Hutchinson, did not raise their hands in support of Trump. Hogan praised them for standing up for the Constitution and the rule of law.

Overall, Hogan’s criticism reflects the concern over the moral and ethical standards within the Republican party. By openly endorsing a convicted felon for the presidency, these candidates raise questions about their commitment to upholding the principles of justice and integrity.