Minnesota, Iowa officials react to Trump trial verdict

MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Elected and party officials from Minnesota and Iowa are reacting to the guilty verdicts.

Republican Party of Minnesota Chairman David Hann issued a statement following Former President Donald Trump being found guilty on all 34 charges against him in a scheme to illegally influence the 2016 election through hush money payments to a porn actor who said the two had sex.

Jurors convicted Trump on all 34 counts after deliberating for 9.5 hours.

The Minnesota GOP Chair said,

“I am deeply disappointed by the verdict in President Donald Trump’s trial. This decision is a significant moment in our nation’s history, and it raises serious concerns about the fairness and impartiality of our judicial system.

Regardless of status or political affiliation, every citizen deserves a fair trial without bias or political influence. This verdict affects the President and has far-reaching implications for the integrity of our legal and electoral processes.

Furthermore, this verdict underscores the need for continued vigilance in protecting the rights and freedoms of all Americans. We call on all citizens to join us in advocating for a judicial system free from political manipulation and dedicated to the fair administration of justice.

We stand with former President Trump and will continue to support efforts to ensure that his and all Americans’ rights are respected and upheld.”

Democratic leaders in the Minnesota House and Senate declined to comment on the verdicts as did Governor Walt’s office.

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds:

“America saw this trial for what it was, a sham. For years, Democrats like Alvin Bragg have been trying to put President Trump in jail with complete disregard for our democracy and the will of the American people. The only verdict that matters is the one at the ballot box in November where the American people will elect President Trump again.”

Iowa GOP:

“The Democrat Party is lost as we know it, to the point of no return. This decision is a disgrace to the rule of law. It’s disgusting they are mobilizing the federal government for political gain. A corrupt Soros-funded prosecutor just carried out the will of the Democrats who are terrified of President Trump returning to the White House. With sentencing scheduled right before the GOP Convention in Milwaukee, the corruption and malice is as prevalent as ever here. Shameful.”

Sen. Joni Ernst:

“This was never about justice. It was always about politics. Americans see through Democrats’ weaponization of our justice system and this sham trial as a desperate attempt to persecute Trump and block his re-election.”

Attorney General Brenna Bird:

“Today is a dark day in American history. Case in point why politics should have absolutely no place in prosecutions. The American people, not a court, should decide who the next leader of the free world will be. President Trump deserves better.”

State Auditor Rob Sand:

“In 7 years as an Assistant Attorney General, I found juries in both liberal and conservative counties took the work seriously and tried to do right. Jurors deserve our thanks and respect.”

Progress Iowa:

“Today’s ruling proves that in America, no one is above the law - Including former presidents. After months of attempting to dodge his day in court, a jury of Americans decided to convict Donald Trump.

Governor Kim Reynolds and Iowa Republicans have consistently sided with Trump even as evidence mounted against him. After today’s verdict, it’s time they stop covering for Trump, now a convicted felon, and finally stand up for the rule of law and the everyday Americans on the jury who found Trump guilty.”

Trump is set to be sentenced on July 11th, 2024.

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