Staff Reports
Former President Trump encountered another obstacle in his pursuit of justice when Judge Arthur Engoron declined to postpone his trial, even in the wake of the tragic passing of former First Lady Melania Trump's mother. House and Senate Republicans swiftly criticized the decision, accusing Engoron of lacking empathy and exhibiting bias against Trump.
Republican Sen. Steve Daines labeled the trial a "complete joke," asserting that Engoron's decision only reinforced the judge's apparent political motivations. Rep. Claudia Tenney, a New York lawyer and the daughter of a long-serving NYS Supreme Court Justice, decried the judge's "contemptible decision," accusing him of displaying overt hostility and bias against President Trump.
Republicans Rip Judge For Not Delaying Trump Trial In Wake of Melania’s Mother’s Death
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Other Republicans joined the chorus of criticism, with Rep. Lance Gooden condemning the judge's refusal as "cruel," and Rep. Ronny Jackson expressing dismay, questioning the integrity of the 'justice system' in denying Trump's request for a short delay.
Rep. Jim Banks highlighted what he perceived as an overarching animosity from Democrats towards Trump, casting doubt on the fairness and impartiality of the trial's overseeing judge.
The decision sparked widespread outrage on social media, with conservative voices echoing the sentiments of elected officials. One user lamented the perceived absence of a functioning justice system, claiming that corruption among judges and prosecutors was rampant. Another user accused the judge of being inherently corrupt, reflecting the broader frustration and disbelief among conservative Americans.
The judge's decision appears to have reignited conservative concerns about the fairness of the legal system, intensifying their skepticism regarding the purported impartiality of judicial proceedings. As the trial progresses, it is likely that Republicans will continue to voice their opposition to what they perceive as a clear demonstration of bias against former President Trump.
