Political Roundup: Pence & Trump? - Biden Drops Out? - Arnolds Backs Who?

🏛️ Christie Sounds the Alarm on Trump's Legal Challenges

Former GOP presidential candidate Chris Christie had some strong words about Donald Trump's legal challenges. Speaking on CNN's "State of the Union," Christie stated that Trump's chances of beating his January 6 indictment have dwindled significantly. Why? Because Mark Meadows, Trump's former chief of staff, has struck an immunity deal and will testify against him. Christie emphasized that Trump's legal battles make it nearly impossible for him to effectively challenge President Biden.

🎬 Schwarzenegger's Presidential Endorsement: Joe Manchin

Arnold Schwarzenegger, the actor and former Governor of California, has his eyes set on a different kind of leader for America. In a conversation on NBC's "Meet the Press," Schwarzenegger expressed his desire to see Senator Joe Manchin throw his hat into the presidential ring. According to Schwarzenegger, Manchin stands out as a centrist figure who understands the complexities of being a Democrat from an energy-rich state. He believes Manchin could bring the balanced leadership America needs.

🐘 GOP Relishes Democratic Discord

Republicans are keenly observing the growing list of primary challenges against President Biden. Initially, the GOP had its own concerns, fearing that Trump, their likely nominee, would enter the general election with multiple legal issues. However, with Biden's sinking poll numbers and internal Democratic discord, Republicans are shifting their focus. Brian Seitchik, a GOP strategist, noted that Republicans are feeling increasingly optimistic as they see Biden's support wane and Trump's popularity rise.

🗳️ Trump's Message to Pence: "Endorse Me!"

Donald Trump has a message for his former Vice President, Mike Pence, who recently withdrew from the 2024 Republican presidential primary: Endorse me. Pence had been struggling in the polls, unable to gain traction among either independent voters or the MAGA base. His association with the Trump administration seemed to be a double-edged sword, alienating him from both moderates and staunch Trump supporters. Now, Trump is calling for Pence's endorsement, capitalizing on his own strong polling numbers.

• Joe Biden: 42 percent favorable, 54 percent unfavorable, 2 percent haven't heard enough about him;

• Donald Trump: 37 percent favorable, 59 percent unfavorable, 3 percent haven't heard enough about him;

• Ron DeSantis: 24 percent favorable, 58 percent unfavorable, 18 percent haven't heard enough about him;

Poll Results: Is Trump Guilty In Jan 6 Riots Case?

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Yes, He Is (1389)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 No, He Is Not (28579)