Republican 2024 contenders split on response to Trump's indictment.

Republican candidates have varied reactions to the federal indictment against former President Donald Trump, with some defending him and others condemning the Department of Justice for its "politicization." Former Vice President Mike Pence spoke warmly of Trump, while former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie criticized him. Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy attacked the "corrupt federal government" for prosecuting Trump, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis called for one standard of justice. Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson called on Trump to end his campaign, while former Gov. Nikki Haley and Sen. Tim Scott have remained silent.