Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) has endorsed Donald Trump for president in 2024, declaring him the only leader who can get America “back on track” as it struggles with soaring inflation, a growing border crisis, and an “injustice system.”
He then urged voters to choose a leader who is “best equipped to lead our country and stand in the breach, putting themselves on the line, with a willingness to sacrifice everything to save our Republic.”
“Look around right now. Our economy is a mess. Inflation is making life unaffordable for our families. Our borders have become completely insecure. Our justice system has become an injustice system. Foreign leaders test our mettle and are pushing us toward the brink of World War III. Far too many Americans have simply given up hope, and even lost their faith,” the Florida lawmaker wrote.
“I refuse to accept this as our future. This is America, the greatest nation man has ever known. At the toughest moments in our history, leaders have stepped forward and seized the moment. Not just anyone, but truly transformational figures, with the resolve and determination to rise above the chaos and inspire a generation of Americans to follow their lead against seemingly insurmountable obstacles,” he added.
“There is only one leader at this time in our nation’s history who can seize this moment and deliver what we need - to get us back on track, provide strength and resolve, and Make America Great Again,” the Republican said, adding that he is “honored” to endorse Trump.
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Additionally, Trump, who announced in November that he would make a third run for president, has received endorsements from fellow Republican Reps. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) and Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.).Trump will likely face Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in the election race, although the governor has not yet announced any candidacy.
Speaking in an interview with Fox News late last month, the Florida governor touted his ability to beat President Joe Biden if they were both to enter the presidential race, adding that ultimately, both he and Trump are vying for a Republican win.
Donalds’s endorsement of Trump comes shortly after the former president pleaded not guilty to 34 counts of falsifying business records as part of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s investigation into allegations that he orchestrated alleged hush-money payments to adult entertainment actress Stormy Daniels during his 2016 campaign.