Trump endorses Texas rep who said he ‘very well may have’ committed impeachable offenses | TheHill – The Hill

Former President TrumpDonald TrumpBiden sends 2016 climate treaty to Senate for ratification US, China ease restrictions on journalists Americans keep spending MORE on Thursday endorsed Texas Rep. Michael McCaulMichael Thomas McCaulTrump endorses Texas rep who said he 'very well may have' committed impeachable offenses Anomalies or attacks? Fear, uncertainty and politics of Havana Syndrome Lawmakers praise upcoming establishment of cyber bureau at State MORE (R), who previously said Trump very well may have committed impeachable offenses on and before Jan. 6.

Congressman Michael McCaul is doing an incredible job for the great State of Texas. He works hard to protect our Borders, defend our now under siege Second Amendment, and support our brave Military and Vets, Trump said in his statement.

He will fight for our America First agenda, stand up to China, and hold Joe BidenJoe BidenIdaho state House passes worker vaccine compensation bill Biden sends 2016 climate treaty to Senate for ratification Rubio vows to slow-walk Biden's China, Spain ambassador nominees MORE accountable for his incompetent failure in Afghanistan. Michael McCaul has my Complete and Total Endorsement! he added.

McCaul has previously condemned Trumps rhetoric and did not go along with the former presidents false election fraud claims, votingto certify electors from Arizona and Pennsylvania.

Back in January, McCaul did vote against impeaching Trump, saying he did so because the process was hurried and he didnt want rushed justice.

There very well may have been impeachable offenses committed leading up to, and on, that tragic day, McCaul said, referring to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, the Austin American-Statesman reported.

I strongly condemn the presidents rhetoric and his behavior, McCaul said. I understand, having witnessed these events first-hand, that emotions are high; but this decision must be based on facts and evidence.

Along with McCaul, Trump announced endorsements on Thursday for two other Texas representatives campaigning for reelection, Reps. Pat Fallon (R) and John CarterJohn Rice CarterTrump endorses Texas rep who said he 'very well may have' committed impeachable offenses Early redistricting plans show GOP retrenching for long haul Bottom line MORE (R).

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