Oklahoma’s Congressional delegation and the governor released statements after former President Donald Trump was found guilty on all counts in his New York hush money trial Thursday.
Senator James Lankford
“Millions of Americans’ believe our justice system was weaponized, from start to finish for political gain, including deciding sentencing days before the biggest campaign event—the RNC convention in Milwaukee.” Senator James Lankford wrote on social media. “The American people will be the judge November 5. Everyone should expect equal justice under the law, free from bias or interference.”
Millions of Americans’ believe our justice system was weaponized, from start to finish for political gain, including deciding sentencing days before the biggest campaign event—the RNC convention in Milwaukee.
— Sen. James Lankford (@SenatorLankford) May 30, 2024
Senator Markwayne Mullin
“This is a very dark day in American history. The far-Left has unleashed a disgraceful, unprecedented assault on the leading Republican candidate for president. President Trump will fight this sham of a conviction, and the American people will have the ultimate word this November.” Senator Markwayne Mullin posted on social media.
This is a very dark day in American history. The far-Left has unleashed a disgraceful, unprecedented assault on the leading Republican candidate for president. President Trump will fight this sham of a conviction, and the American people will have the ultimate word this November.
— Markwayne Mullin (@SenMullin) May 30, 2024
Representative Kevin Hern
“This is a dark day in our Nation’s history. Democrats would rather lock up their political opponent than win at the ballot box. This is the United States of America, not some banana republic.” Congressman Kevin Hern posted on social media.
This is a dark day in our Nation’s history. Democrats would rather lock up their political opponent than win at the ballot box.
— Congressman Kevin Hern (@repkevinhern) May 30, 2024
This is the United States of America, not some banana republic.
Representative Josh Brecheen
“Most Americans understand that this trial was a political witch hunt and would have never been brought forth if Donald Trump was not running for President.” Congressman Josh Brecheen said. “Today is a dark day for our country and is an embarrassment to our judicial system. This is clear election interference by Democrats in liberal New York City. Americans will not forget this.”
Most Americans understand that this trial was a political witch hunt and would have never been brought forth if Donald Trump was not running for President.
— Congressman Josh Brecheen (@RepBrecheen) May 30, 2024
Today is a dark day for our country and is an embarrassment to our judicial system.
This is clear election interference…
Representative Frank Lucas
“No one can be surprised by the political decision from the court in New York today. Thank goodness President Trump is a fighter. He will not let this stop his efforts to save America.” Rep. Frank Lucas posted online.
No one can be surprised by the political decision from the court in New York today.
— Frank Lucas (@RepFrankLucas) May 30, 2024
Thank goodness President Trump is a fighter. He will not let this stop his efforts to save America.
Representative Tom Cole
“This verdict against President Trump is a farce and weaponization of the courts. Thankfully President Trump is a fighter and will appeal and move forward. This is a sad example of political gamesmanship. We must restore faith in our Judicial system.” Congressman Tom Cole wrote online.
This verdict against President Trump is a farce and weaponization of the courts. Thankfully President Trump is a fighter and will appeal and move forward. This is a sad example of political gamesmanship. We must restore faith in our Judicial system.
— Rep. Tom Cole (@TomColeOK04) May 30, 2024
Representative Stephanie Bice
“Today’s decision is the result of a long and politically driven process due to the weaponization of our justice system. President Trump must appeal.” Representative Stephanie Bice wrote on social media.
Today’s decision is the result of a long and politically driven process due to the weaponization of our justice system. President Trump must appeal.
— Rep. Stephanie Bice (@RepBice) May 30, 2024
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt
“This is the weaponization of our justice system, plain & simple. Regardless who’s in power, this disrespects the Office of the President. This creates chaos & leads to a lack of trust in government. I’m glad Trump will appeal—I hope another judge brings some sense to the matter.” Governor Kevin Stitt wrote on social media.
This is the weaponization of our justice system, plain & simple. Regardless who’s in power, this disrespects the Office of the President.
— Governor Kevin Stitt (@GovStitt) May 30, 2024
This creates chaos & leads to a lack of trust in government. I’m glad Trump will appeal—I hope another judge brings some sense to the matter.