McConnell Supports Charges Against Trump in Biography

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has expressed support for the federal charges against former President Donald Trump related to the January 6 Capitol riot, as detailed in a forthcoming book by journalist Michael Tackett, 'The Price of Power'. McConnell, a long-time critic of Trump, stated that if Trump's actions were not indictable offenses, he does not know what would be, and he hopes Trump will 'pay a price' for his role in the events of January 6. Despite his public criticism, McConnell ultimately voted to acquit Trump in his second impeachment trial, arguing that Trump was not eligible for conviction as he was out of office. The book reveals that McConnell seriously considered voting to convict Trump, which would have barred Trump from future presidential runs, and he regarded Trump's actions as 'about as close to an impeachable offense as you can imagine'. McConnell has backed Special Counsel Jack Smith, who brought the charges against Trump, underscoring the merit he sees in the federal prosecution. Tackett's book is set to be published a week before the election, providing timely insights into McConnell's stance.