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Republican ex-Rep. Kinzinger endorses Biden, aiming to attract anti-Trump GOP voters

Jun 26, 2024 1 min read

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Former Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger has endorsed President Joe Biden, providing a notable boost to Biden's campaign efforts to attract moderate Republicans and independents ahead of the fall election. This endorsement, arriving just before the first presidential debate, highlights Kinzinger as a prominent Republican supporting Biden over former President Donald Trump.

Kinzinger, who has consistently criticized Trump, labeled him as a threat to fundamental American values and urged the GOP to unite behind Biden. His endorsement makes him the highest-profile Republican official to back Biden formally. Biden's campaign is prioritizing outreach to moderate Republicans and independents who feel alienated by Trump's tenure.

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