Florida Governor and Republican presidential hopeful Ron DeSantis has come to the defense of former President Donald Trump, who may face a third indictment from the Department of Justice. DeSantis expressed his disapproval of potentially charging Trump for alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 election results. He argued against "criminalizing political differences" in a recent CNN interview, stating that such actions are detrimental to the nation.
DeSantis criticized the Manhattan District Attorney's handling of a previous Trump case, suggesting that the prosecution was politically motivated. He also accused the DOJ and FBI of being "weaponized" against those they oppose, citing the Russia collusion investigation as a prime example. DeSantis pledged that, if elected president, he would prioritize restoring impartiality to the justice system and replace the FBI director.
DeSantis emphasized the need for a forward-looking presidential campaign focused on current issues rather than past events. While expressing his hope that Trump would not be charged, he reiterated his focus on the future and addressing President Biden's perceived failures. He also voiced his intention to present a positive vision for the country.
When pressed about the potential charges against Trump, DeSantis reiterated his stance against using the justice system to settle political scores. He argued that political disagreements should be resolved through elections, not legal proceedings. He criticized the perceived weakness of the evidence in previous cases against Trump, suggesting that the legal system was being manipulated for political purposes.
Trump recently confirmed on social media that he is the target of an investigation related to the January 6th Capitol riot and efforts to overturn the 2020 election. This announcement, coupled with a target letter sent by Special Counsel Jack Smith's office, suggests that another indictment could be imminent.
