RNC resolution to ban payment of Trump’s legal fees ‘defunct

The Republican National Committee (RNC) has the opportunity to cover former ​President ⁢Donald Trump’s legal‍ expenses, but ‍a member’s attempt to prevent⁣ this‌ has failed to⁣ gain support. ⁤Henry Barbour, a committee member ​from Mississippi, proposed resolutions to ban the RNC from paying Trump’s legal bills and to prevent the committee from endorsing Trump as the nominee until he secured enough‍ delegates. However, the resolution regarding legal fees ​will ‌not be voted upon and is⁤ considered “dead” ⁤by ‍Barbour. The RNC is ⁤currently meeting⁢ in Houston to elect a new chairperson, but it seems unlikely ‍that Barbour’s desired distance between Trump and the committee will be achieved. Trump has already expressed his ⁤preference for RNC general counsel Michael Whatley​ as the successor to current Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel, and he has also chosen his‌ daughter-in-law,⁢ Lara Trump, as co-chairwoman. Lara Trump has stated that she would use RNC funds to support her father-in-law’s reelection campaign. Despite Trump’s success in the recent Super Tuesday‌ contests, his financial situation remains ⁣challenging due to ⁢ongoing legal battles. Having the financial backing of the RNC would greatly benefit Trump in the upcoming general ‌election against President Joe Biden. The Washington Examiner has reached out to the RNC for comment on ‍the failed resolutions.

How did the resolution proposed by Henry ‍Barbour to ‍distance the RNC from Donald Trump by prohibiting the coverage of his legal expenses ⁢fail?

Title: RNC’s ‌Opportunity to Cover Trump’s Legal Expenses: A Failed Attempt to ‌Distance the Committee

Introduction

The Republican National Committee (RNC) has recently been presented with ‌an ⁣opportunity to cover the legal expenses of former President Donald Trump. However, a resolution proposed by committee member Henry Barbour ⁣from⁣ Mississippi to prevent this financial‌ support has failed to gain support. This article explores the implications of this failed ⁣attempt and the potential consequences for both the‍ RNC and Trump’s future ‍in⁢ politics.

Failed ‌Resolution: Banning ⁢RNC from Paying Trump’s Legal Bills

During the ongoing RNC‌ meeting in Houston, Henry​ Barbour proposed two resolutions. The first aimed at prohibiting the‌ RNC from paying Donald Trump’s legal bills, creating a distance between ​Trump​ and the ​committee. However, it has been confirmed by Barbour ​that this resolution will not be ⁣voted ‌upon and⁣ is considered “dead.” This poses a challenge to⁤ those seeking separation between the committee and the⁤ former president.

Efforts to ⁤Delay Trump’s⁤ Nomination

The second proposed resolution ‍by⁤ Barbour intended to prevent the RNC from endorsing Trump as the nominee ‌until he successfully secured enough delegates. While it remains unclear if this resolution will gather support or be brought to a ⁤vote, Trump’s expressed preferences​ regarding the future RNC leadership suggest⁤ it may⁢ not find success either. Trump⁤ has ​already endorsed RNC⁤ general counsel Michael Whatley as the⁢ successor to current Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel.​ In addition, his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, has been chosen⁢ as co-chairwoman, further⁢ aligning his interests with ‍the committee.

Trump’s Financial Situation and the Benefits of RNC⁣ Support

Despite his success in the recent Super‌ Tuesday⁤ contests, Donald Trump‌ continues​ to ⁢face challenging financial circumstances⁣ due to ​ongoing legal battles. Having ⁢the RNC’s ‍financial backing would undoubtedly provide significant support for Trump’s ⁢re-election campaign against President Joe Biden.⁢ This potential backing could also strengthen ⁣Trump’s position⁣ in negotiations ⁢and provide the necessary resources to​ counter any campaign challenges.

Potential Implications and Reaching out for Comment

Given the failed resolution to distance the RNC​ from Trump through financial‍ support, it seems‌ unlikely that Barbour’s desired goals will be achieved. The close ties between Trump and the committee’s future ⁢leadership, as endorsed by Trump himself, suggest a continued alliance moving forward. The Washington Examiner has‌ made efforts to obtain‍ comment from⁢ the ​RNC regarding their stance on the failed resolutions and‍ the potential financial assistance for‌ Trump’s legal expenses.

Conclusion

The failed attempt by Henry Barbour ‌to prevent ​the RNC from covering Donald Trump’s legal expenses highlights the challenges faced in ‌distancing the committee from the former⁤ president. Trump’s expressed preferences for both leadership​ positions within​ the RNC indicate a continued alliance and dependence on the committee’s support. As the RNC meeting unfolds,⁣ it becomes ​increasingly apparent that Trump’s financial situation and ongoing ⁣legal battles⁣ make​ the⁣ potential support of the committee crucial in his campaign against President Joe Biden in the ‍upcoming general election.

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