West Virginia GOP primary sees Senate candidates vying for title of biggest Trump supporter.
Rep. Alex Mooney Criticizes Indictment Against Trump
“President Trump has faced unprecedented witch hunts from corrupt Left-wing Democrats since the day he announced his presidential campaign,”
Rep. Alex Mooney (R-WV) took a strong stance against the new indictment against former President Donald Trump, criticizing his primary opponent for Senate in West Virginia. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Mooney emphasized his unwavering support for Trump and condemned what he called the “disgusting abuse of power” by the Department of Justice.
Mooney: The Only Pro-Trump Conservative
Asserting himself as “the only pro-Trump conservative in the race,” Mooney made it clear that he stands firmly with President Trump. He expressed his opposition to the alleged weaponization of the federal government by the Biden Administration, claiming that it is being used to target their top political opponent.
“We are witnessing a witch hunt and the weaponization of the federal government by the Biden Administration to target their top political opponent. The Democrats have seen the polling and will stop at nothing to defeat winning candidates like me and President Donald Trump.”
This statement was provided to the Washington Examiner by Gov. Jim Justice’s (R-WV) campaign, highlighting the shared sentiment between Mooney and Justice. Despite Mooney’s declaration, Justice has previously expressed his support for Trump, emphasizing the positive impact Trump had on West Virginia.
“I’m proud to support President Donald J. Trump! President Trump secured our Southern Border, built a strong and prosperous economy, and supported West Virginia coal, gas, and oil to achieve American energy independence. West Virginia is Trump country!” Justice stated in May.
In fact, Trump endorsed Justice for governor in 2020, further solidifying their alliance.
Contrasting Support and Opposition
While Mooney enjoys the support of the conservative Club for Growth, which prioritizes limited government and reduced spending, Justice has garnered support from the National Republican Senatorial Committee and the Senate Leadership Fund, both associated with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. The Club for Growth has criticized Justice as a “big government RINO” and has actively raised funds to support Mooney’s campaign.
It is worth noting that Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV), the current seat holder, has not yet announced his bid for reelection. Speculation surrounds Manchin’s potential involvement in a No Labels presidential ticket in 2024, running as a third-party candidate for president. The West Virginia race is considered a “toss-up” by the Cook Political Report and is seen as an opportunity for Senate Republicans to gain a seat.
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