(SALT LAKE CITY, UT) - On Friday morning, Governor Cox finally declared his support for Donald Trump after much waffling and indecision. A mere 8 days ago, on July 11, 2024, it was reported that Cox would not vote for Trump, instead opting to write in a candidate. Similarly, in August 2023, Cox stated that he didn’t believe Trump could win in 2024, but reversed his stance in February 2024, claiming Trump was going to win. Today’s endorsement marks a departure from Cox’s previous pledges of support and voting records in presidential elections, but it is consistent with his tendency to follow the path of least resistance.
Brian King, Democratic nominee for Utah Governor, released the following statement in response:
“After publicly declaring just days ago that he would not vote for Donald Trump this November, Governor Cox has now kissed the ring and given his full endorsement to Trump, a convicted felon. This is the same Trump who, just last night, called for mass deportations and lied about the 2020 election results. You deserve a governor who won’t leave you wondering if today’s the day he’ll have the political courage to do what’s right, or if he’ll continue pandering to outside pressure, special interests, donors, and extremists in his party. This is another example of Governor Cox not sticking to principles but going where the wind blows him. We’re building a coalition of pragmatists, not purists, who want honest, common-sense leadership back in the Governor’s office. If you agree, join us — for the better.”
BACKGROUND:
July 19, 2024 - Utah governor… offers endorsement - Politico
“I am doing everything I can to help and support him”
“I have told everyone that you are going to win the state of Utah and you are going to win the presidency again.”
July 11, 2024 - Cox won’t vote for Trump - Newsweek
“so I've said I'm not going to vote for either presidential candidate this year, I'll write somebody in as I've done in the past."
February 16, 2024 - Trump is going to win, Utah governor says. But both parties are ‘making a huge mistake’- Standard Examiner
“if Republicans were to nominate "literally anyone else" -- they would win the general election handily”
August 17, 2023 - Gov. Cox doesn’t think Trump can win in 2024, approves Utah GOP opting out of presidential primary - KSL
“I would like the next president in the 2024 election to be a Republican,” Cox told reporters “And I don’t think that Donald Trump can win the presidency as the Republican nominee.”
January 11, 2021- Good Morning America
“I certainly think it would be good for the nation if [Trump] were willing to resign,”
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Brian King represents District 23 in the Utah State House of Representatives. Elected in 2008, he also served as the House Minority Leader from 2015 to 2023. In addition to his role in public service, Brian is a practicing attorney and business owner. He lives in Salt Lake City with his wife, Ann, accompanied by the delightful presence of their dog, Cora. Brian has four daughters, three stepchildren, and three grandchildren. Watch the campaign’s most recent ad: “A Place for Pioneers”. To learn more about Brian’s campaign for governor, visit kingforutah.com.
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