"Trump Criticized for Refusing to Sign Illinois Pledge Against Government Overthrow"
TL;DR
Former President Donald Trump declined to sign a loyalty oath in Illinois pledging not to advocate for overthrowing the government, drawing sharp criticism from President Joe Biden's campaign and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker. Trump's move was condemned as a refusal to commit to upholding the Constitution, with Biden's spokesperson referencing the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection and Trump's alleged attempt to overturn the government. Trump's campaign spokesperson responded by affirming Trump's intention to take the oath of office in 2025.
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- Trump Didn't Sign Illinois' Pledge Not to Advocate for Government Overthrow The Daily Beast
- Trump won't sign Illinois pledge vowing not to overthrow government The Independent
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