Several of former President Donald Trump’s top supporters have traveled to Manhattan to show their support for him during his trial. This has not only earned Trump’s gratitude but has also turned into a high-profile event, attracting a crowd of reporters covering every aspect of the trial. Among those who have accompanied Trump to the courtroom are three senators, four representatives, two attorney generals, and two former Republican presidential candidates.
These supporters include Sens. Rick Scott (R-FL), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), and J.D. Vance (R-OH), who is considered a top vice-presidential contender. Additionally, Gov. Doug Burgum (R-ND), House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), and Reps. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY), Byron Donalds (R-FL), and Cory Mills (R-FL) have also shown their support. Alongside them are Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird, and former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy.
As the trial progresses, some of these supporters have taken the opportunity to speak out against the proceedings and act as surrogates for Trump, who is prohibited from commenting on certain aspects of the case. Despite being under a gag order, Trump’s supporters have criticized key witnesses and prosecutors involved in the trial.
Despite facing restrictions on commenting on specific details of the trial, Trump has remained silent on certain issues to avoid violating the gag order. His supporters have also voiced their observations and opinions outside the courtroom, highlighting perceived discrepancies and biases in the proceedings.
Trump’s supporters have shown up in full force to stand by him during his trial, despite the challenges and restrictions imposed on the former president. The presence of these supporters has brought a heightened level of attention to the trial, with reporters closely following every development and interaction.
