MSNBC host Joe Scarborough criticized the decision by the Republican National Committee, now under the control of former President Donald Trump, to prioritize donations for Trump’s legal bills. Scarborough referred to it as a “nightmare” for both the GOP and Trump himself.
During his “Morning Joe” segment, Scarborough highlighted Trump’s significant debts, particularly his struggle to raise the nearly half a billion dollars needed to appeal his financial fraud penalty. He also noted the decline in Trump’s small donor base.
Scarborough, drawing from his own experience as a former Republican lawmaker, expressed sympathy for down-ballot candidates reliant on RNC support. He emphasized the frustration of seeing campaign funds directed toward Trump’s personal legal battles.
He highlighted the unusual nature of the situation, where campaign funds are being leveraged for Trump’s personal use, despite his financial challenges. Scarborough cautioned against overlooking the signs of financial strain, emphasizing Trump’s declining popularity and fundraising difficulties compared to President Joe Biden.
Scarborough concluded by noting the disparity between Biden’s successful fundraising efforts and the challenges faced by Trump’s campaign, which he described as “broke” and struggling to attract donors. He criticized the RNC’s decision to prioritize Trump’s legal expenses over supporting other Republican candidates.