Former Republican Rep. Adam Kinzinger has made headlines by endorsing President Joe Biden on the eve of the presidential debate, where Biden is expected to highlight his predecessor's threat to American democracy. Kinzinger, who had criticized former President Donald Trump's actions during the January 6 insurrection and faced backlash within his own party for voting to impeach Trump, is now throwing his support behind Biden.
This endorsement from a prominent Republican critic of Trump is part of Biden's strategy to appeal to Republican voters who are disillusioned with the former president, particularly in light of his involvement in the Capitol riot. Biden's campaign advisers have emphasized the importance of democracy, along with issues like abortion rights and the economy, as key points of contrast between Biden and Trump.
In a 90-second video shared on social media, Kinzinger explained his endorsement, stating, 'It’s because of my unwavering support for democracy that today, as a proud conservative, I am endorsing Joe Biden for reelection.' He acknowledged that while he doesn't agree with Biden on everything and never expected to endorse a Democrat, he believes Biden will prioritize protecting America's democracy.
Biden responded to Kinzinger's endorsement by commending his willingness to prioritize the country over party politics. In a post, Biden remarked, 'This is what putting your country before your party looks like.'
