Democrat Congressman Says Timing of Trump Trials Shouldn’t Compromise Campaign Schedule

Mr. Khanna is the first Democrat to somewhat come to the defense of Mr. Trump, a Republican, regarding his third indictment.

Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) speaks in Washington on Oct. 12, 2022. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) said on Aug. 30 that the timing of former President Donald Trump’s four trials should not compromise his ability to have a “robust campaign schedule,” if he ends up winning the Republican nomination.

Mr. Khanna appears to be the first Democrat to raise concerns about this issue. President Trump and many Republicans argue that the timing of the trials, all of which appear set to occur before the presidential election next November, amount to blatant election interference.