Staff Reports
Former President Donald Trump is warning his supporters not to vote for Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is running for president as an independent candidate. Mr. Trump is urging his followers not to “waste” their votes on Mr. Kennedy, portraying him as a candidate who should take away votes from President Biden instead of the Republican side.
Trump hammers on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.-as-liberal theme https://t.co/IAN1L047SG
— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) April 29, 2024
Mr. Trump’s comments are part of his ongoing efforts to link Mr. Kennedy, a member of the Kennedy family, to the Democratic political legacy. He suggested that the Kennedy family strongly opposes Mr. Kennedy’s run against President Biden because they are “Radical Left Lunatics.”
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is working to get his name on the ballots for the November election and is seen as a potential spoiler in the race. It is uncertain whether Mr. Trump or Mr. Biden would be more affected by Mr. Kennedy’s candidacy.
Kennedy is known for his support of environmental causes and his stance against corporate interests, which may appeal to liberal voters. However, he has also expressed skepticism towards vaccines, aligning with the conservative wing that remains critical of COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
Mr. Trump has been using social media and campaign emails to portray Mr. Kennedy as part of the left and has urged his supporters not to waste their votes on Kennedy. This move indicates the former president’s effort to discourage potential support for Mr. Kennedy’s presidential bid.
