- Former President Donald Trump was found guilty in a New York City trial, a verdict that has underscored divisions among his former Republican primary rivals.
- The Republican primary opponents of Trump offered a range of reactions to the verdict, highlighting the differing perspectives within the party.
- Some ex-GOP presidential candidates expressed support for the legal outcome, emphasizing the importance of accountability and the rule of law.
- Other Republican rivals downplayed the significance of the verdict, suggesting it was politically motivated or part of a broader partisan effort to discredit Trump.
- The varied responses reflect a continuing split in the GOP, with some factions distancing themselves from Trump while others maintain strong loyalty to the former president.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-guilty-verdict-reveals-split-former-gop-presidential-primary-opponents)