Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made waves on Friday when he announced the suspension of his campaign and endorsed former President Trump. The decision sparked strong reactions from both conservative and liberal social media users.
Kennedy cited the Democratic Party’s legal warfare and what he called a “sham” Democratic primary election as reasons for his departure from the 2024 race. He accused the party of preventing him from having a fair shot at the White House and expressed his belief that he would have won in an honest system.
Conservatives on social media applauded Kennedy’s move, with many praising his endorsement of Trump. Business owner and podcast host Patrick Bet-David highlighted the impact he believes Kennedy’s endorsement will have on the election, while Donald Trump Jr. and other conservative influencers expressed their support for the independent candidate.
On the other hand, liberals reacted with anger and disappointment to Kennedy’s speech and alliance with Trump. Former Obama adviser David Axelrod expressed his disappointment, stating that Kennedy’s decision was a betrayal of the values his father stood for. Kennedy’s sister, activist and lawyer Kerry Kennedy, also denounced her brother’s endorsement of Trump.
The announcement has sparked a debate among social media users, with conservatives celebrating Kennedy’s decision and liberals expressing their concerns about the implications of his endorsement for the upcoming election.
