{"id":2070351,"date":"2023-10-17T14:14:04","date_gmt":"2023-10-17T18:14:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/2016-republican-rival-endorses-trump-for-president\/"},"modified":"2023-10-17T14:17:09","modified_gmt":"2023-10-17T18:17:09","slug":"2016-republican-rival-endorses-trump-for-president","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/2016-republican-rival-endorses-trump-for-president\/","title":{"rendered":"2016 GOP Competitor Backs Trump for President"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">14<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2F2016-republican-rival-endorses-trump-for-president%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2070351&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><blockquote>\n<h2>Former Louisiana\u2064 Gov. Bobby Jindal Endorses Trump&#8217;s 2024 Presidential Bid<\/h2>\n<p>Former Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal, who ran for president during the \u200c2016 race, has officially endorsed \u2064former President Donald Trump&#8217;s\u2063 2024 presidential bid.\u200c In a passionate statement on social media, \u2064Jindal expressed his belief that Americans &#8220;are in danger of losing our country&#8221; if \u200cTrump is not elected.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Trump may not be \u2064warm and cuddly, \u200dbut\u2062 he \u2064is a warrior, and that is what we need right now,&#8221; Jindal, a Republican \u200dwho \u2063dropped out \u2062of the presidential race in 2015, wrote on social media.<\/p>\n<p>Interestingly, Jindal was a critic of Trump during \u2063the 2016 campaign, but ultimately voted for him. Now, he firmly believes that Trump is the best choice for the Republican nominee.<\/p>\n<h3>Related Stories<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/epochtv\/its-so-unconstitutional-trump-denounces-gag-order-by-washington-judge-5511252?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><strong>\u2018It\u2019s So Unconstitutional\u2019: Trump\u200b Denounces Gag Order by Washington Judge<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n      <span class=\"text-comp-caption\">10\/16\/2023<\/span>\n    <\/li>\n<li>\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/biden-campaign-joins-trumps-truth-social-for-fun-gets-ratioed-5511215?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><strong>Biden Campaign \u200bJoins Trump&#8217;s\u2062 Truth Social for \u2018Fun,\u2019 \u2063Gets\u2063 Ratioed<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n      <span class=\"text-comp-caption\">10\/16\/2023<\/span>\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"my-5\">&#8220;I just had a \u2062great conversation with President Trump, and\u2064 I told him that he has my full \u200band complete endorsement to \u200cwin back\u2064 the White House and Make America Great Again!&#8221; he <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/BobbyJindal\/status\/1713945864517955838?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wrote<\/a> on X, formerly known as \u200bTwitter, on Monday.<\/div>\n<p>Jindal\u2064 emphasized that Trump is a proven \u2064leader and fighter, \u200bhighlighting his appointment of \u200dtransformational judges during his time in office. He believes that America cannot afford to take a chance and needs someone who has \u2064already shown their dedication to fighting for the country.<\/p>\n<div class=\"shortcode post-related-videos\">\n<div class=\"lazyload-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"lazyload-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Jindal\u200c served as\u2063 the governor of Louisiana from 2008 until 2016 and previously held\u200c a position in the U.S. House of Representatives. He suspended his \u20632016 presidential campaign in November 2015, stating that it was not his time.<\/p>\n<div class=\"post-figure\">\n<figure style=\"width:600px\" class=\"alignnone\"><figcaption>Former President Donald Trump\u2062 arrives at a commit to caucus rally in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on Oct. 7, 2023. (Charlie Neibergall\/AP\u200c Photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Despite facing multiple state and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-admin-clearing-remaining-federal-charges-against-portland-rioters-most-get-probation-community-service\/\" title=\"Biden Admin Clearing Remaining Federal Charges Against Portland Rioters, Most Get Probation, Community Service\">federal felony cases<\/a>, Trump remains the frontrunner for the Republican nomination. Recent polls show that he has overwhelming support among potential voters in the primary, with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, former \u2064U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, and businessman Vivek Ramaswamy trailing behind.<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-5\">A new\u2063 poll from\u200c Morning Consult reveals \u200can even more dramatic picture, with Trump garnering 61\u2062 percent of primary support. Other candidates have failed to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/2016-republican-rival-endorses-trump-for-president\/\" title=\"2016 GOP Competitor Backs Trump for President\">reach double-digit percentages<\/a>.<\/div>\n<div class=\"my-5\">In \u2063Iowa, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-continuous-media-covid-fear-mongering-may-backfire-and-diminish-democrat-voter-turnout\/\" title=\"The Continuous Media COVID Fear Mongering May BACKFIRE and Diminish Democrat Voter Turnout\">recent poll shows<\/a> that Trump holds a comfortable lead, which is crucial as the Iowa Caucuses are \u200bjust over two months away.<\/div>\n<p>Trump&#8217;s campaign aides have reported that he has $36 million available on\u200c hand, while other candidates like DeSantis, Haley, and Scott have raised more funds. \u2064However, former Vice President Mike Pence&#8217;s campaign appears to be struggling financially.<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-5\">\u201cIt may be obvious in the days \u200cahead that other campaigns have more money than ours,\u201d Pence <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonpost.com\/politics\/2023\/10\/15\/pence-campaign-mounting-debt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">told<\/a> the Washington Post \u200con \u200dMonday. \u201cBut it\u2019s not about money, it\u2019s about votes.\u201d<\/div>\n<p>During \u2063his visit to Iowa, \u2062Trump outlined his plans for &#8220;ideological screening&#8221; of immigrants, particularly those who sympathize \u200dwith Hamas and Muslim extremists. He\u2064 emphasized the need to disqualify individuals who\u2063 hold dangerous thoughts and \u2064ideologies.<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-5\"><em>The Associated Press\u2063 contributed to this report.<\/em><\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What impact could\u2064 Bobby \u200cJindal&#8217;s endorsement have on\u2062 the upcoming \u2063Republican primaries and \u2063the general election<\/h2>\n<p><span>  After\u2063 failing to gain momentum in the\u2063 crowded Republican field. However, \u2062his \u200cexperience in politics and his conservative ideals have kept \u200dhim relevant in the \u2064Republican Party.<\/p>\n<p>Jindal&#8217;s endorsement of Trump \u2062for\u200b the 2024 presidential bid comes as a surprise to some, considering\u2064 his previous criticism of the former president. However, \u2064it is not \u200buncommon for politicians to change their stance and show support for \u200ca \u200bcandidate they believe aligns with their values and policies.<\/p>\n<p>In his endorsement, Jindal praised Trump&#8217;s warrior-like qualities and his ability to stand \u2064up\u2062 for the \u2063American people. He acknowledged \u200bthat Trump \u2063may not be seen as warm and cuddly, but emphasized that what the country currently needs is a strong\u200b and determined leader.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, Jindal highlighted Trump&#8217;s successful\u200b track record\u200d during his time in\u200b office.\u2064 He commended Trump&#8217;s appointment of transformational judges, a key focus of the conservative agenda. \u2062Jindal believes that America cannot afford to take\u200b a\u200c chance and needs a leader who has already proven \u200dtheir dedication\u2064 to fighting for the country.<\/p>\n<p>As a former governor of Louisiana and a respected \u200dfigure within the Republican \u2062Party, \u2063Jindal&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/south-dakota-gov-noem-endorses-trump-the-fighter-that-our-country-needs\/\" title=\"SD Gov. Noem backs Trump: 'The fighter our nation needs'\">endorsement holds significant weight<\/a>. It\u2063 may sway the opinions of conservative voters and\u200c politicians who respect Jindal&#8217;s experience and conservative values.<\/p>\n<p>It \u200bis important to note that Jindal&#8217;s endorsement does not \u200dguarantee Trump&#8217;s victory in the 2024 presidential race. However, it adds to the growing support within the Republican Party for Trump&#8217;s potential candidacy.<\/p>\n<p>With Jindal&#8217;s endorsement, Trump gains another ally in his pursuit of the Republican nomination. As the 2024 election approaches, the political landscape will \u200ccontinue to evolve, and more endorsements \u2062and alliances may be formed.<\/p>\n<p>It remains to be seen how Jindal&#8217;s endorsement will impact the upcoming Republican primaries and ultimately the general election. The support of influential individuals like Jindal could be a significant factor in Trump&#8217;s path to the White House.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, Jindal&#8217;s endorsement of Trump&#8217;s 2024 presidential bid demonstrates the evolving nature of politics and the importance of aligning\u200d with candidates who share similar values and visions for \u2064the \u200bcountry. As the Republican Party prepares\u2063 for the next presidential race, endorsements like Jindal&#8217;s will undoubtedly shape the \u2064dynamics within the party and \u200dthe broader \u2062political landscape.<\/p>\n<h3>Sources<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/epochtv\/its-so-unconstitutional-trump-denounces-gag-order-by-washington-judge-5511252?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\">\u2018It\u2019s So Unconstitutional\u2019: \u2062Trump\u200b Denounces Gag Order by Washington Judge<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/biden-campaign-joins-trumps-truth-social-for-fun-gets-ratioed-5511215?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\">Biden Campaign \u200bJoins Trump&#8217;s\u2062 Truth Social for \u2018Fun,\u2019 \u2063Gets\u2063 Ratioed<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Image Source<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/new-york-march-1-2016-governor-364961457\">Shutterstock<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Former Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal, a Republican who ran for president in 2016, endorsed Donald Trump&#8217;s 2024 bid, stating that without him, America is at risk of losing its essence. Jindal acknowledged Trump&#8217;s tough demeanor, but emphasized the need for a warrior-like leader in the current climate.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":58,"featured_media":2070352,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[543],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2070351","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-epoch-times"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2070351","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/58"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2070351"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2070351\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2070352"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2070351"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2070351"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2070351"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}