Alberto Gonzales
Republican Former Officials
Summary
Former Attorney General under George W. Bush who endorsed Kamala Harris, warning that Trump is a serious threat to the rule of law.
In Their Own Words
Key Statements
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As the United States approaches a critical election, I can't sit quietly as Donald Trump — perhaps the most serious threat to the rule of law in a generation — eyes a return to the White House.
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For that reason, though I'm a Republican, I've decided to support Kamala Harris for president.
Timeline
January 2168
White House Counsel
Advised President Bush
February 3, 2005
Became Attorney General
First Hispanic Attorney General
September 17, 2007
Resigned as Attorney General
Left Bush administration
2016
Declined to endorse Trump
Broke with GOP nominee
September 12, 2024
Endorsed Kamala Harris
Crossed party lines
Why This Matters
Credibility & Background
Positions Held
- U.S. Attorney General (2005-2007)
- White House Counsel (2001-2005)
- Texas Secretary of State (1997-1999)
- Justice, Texas Supreme Court (1999-2001)
Analysis
Reasons for Opposition
- 01 Trump is a serious threat to the rule of law
- 02 Concern about abuses of executive power
- 03 Belief that Harris is best suited to unite the country consistent with the rule of law
Documentation
Sources
News September 12, 2024
Alberto Gonzales, Bush's attorney general, endorses Kamala Harris, warning of Donald Trump's 'threat to the rule of law'
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/alberto-gonzales-kamala-harris-endorsement/
News September 12, 2024
Bush’s attorney general endorses Harris, calling Trump ‘most serious threat to law’
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/sep/12/alberto-gonzales-bush-attorney-general-harris-endorsement-trump
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