Republican Leaders Reluctantly Rally Behind Trump as Nominee

Despite past criticisms and reservations, key GOP figures like Chris Sununu and Mitch McConnell endorse Trump, prioritizing party unity over personal disagreements.

• Chris Sununu, once a vocal critic of Trump, now supports him as the GOP nominee, emphasizing the importance of a Republican administration.
• Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, after years of tension with Trump, declares support for him over Biden.
• Despite reservations about Trump's truthfulness and actions, former Trump officials and other Republicans are endorsing him as the lesser of two evils.
• The shift reflects a broader trend of GOP leaders aligning with the party base, which remains loyal to Trump.
• This reluctant support underscores the existential stakes as seen by the GOP, with many viewing a Republican win as crucial despite Trump's controversies.

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