Retired Judge J. Michael Luttig Endorses Kamala Harris Over Donald Trump
Retired conservative federal appeals court Judge J. Michael Luttig endorses Vice President Kamala Harris over former President Donald Trump, citing Trump as an existential threat to American democracy. Luttig, a Republican, is voting for a Democrat for the first time, emphasizing the importance of defending democracy, the Constitution, and the Rule of Law.
Key Points
- Luttig's first time voting for a Democrat
- Urges setting aside partisan distinctions to prevent Trump from returning to the White House
- Endorses Harris based on her commitment to democracy, the Constitution, and the Rule of Law
- Luttig criticizes Trump and the Republican Party for launching 'the war on America's Democracy'
- Luttig joins other high-profile Republicans in endorsing Harris
Pros
- Luttig emphasizes the importance of defending democracy, the Constitution, and the Rule of Law
- Endorses Vice President Kamala Harris over former President Donald Trump
- Supports decisions by the Biden administration post January 6, 2021
Cons
- May face backlash from fellow Republicans for endorsing a Democrat