Democratic Rep. Dean Phillips calls for New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to pardon former President Donald Trump, citing negative impact on Democrats and positive fundraising for Trump. Phillips also criticizes the New York cases against Trump.
Key Points
New York cases against Trump may have backfired for Democrats
Phillips urges pardon for Trump for 'good of the country'
Trump campaign sees significant fundraising boost post-conviction
Pros
Calls attention to potential negative consequences of Trump's conviction for Democrats
Highlights record fundraising for Trump post-conviction
Cons
Controversial stance on pardoning a convicted felon