Mitt Romney endorses Katie Britt as Trump's running mate

Retiring Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) endorsed Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) for vice president, citing the intense scrutiny she faced following her State of the Union rebuttal as evidence of her perceived threat to liberals as a potential nominee.

It's as good as disqualifying Katie Britt.

We all know that Donald Trump would NEVER take advice from Mitt Romney.

Romney, the 2012 Republican presidential nominee, defended Britt's performance, characterizing the media reaction as indicative of her resonance as a VP candidate.

Mitt Romney Issues Complete and Total Endorsement of Katie Britt as Vice Presidential Pick https://t.co/Lhp7Hdeoml

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He voiced his support on social media, highlighting the significance of Britt's reception in the political landscape.

“In a good way, the delivery was over-the-top, out of character — Biden’s, of course. Katie Britt’s too,” Romney posted on X.

“The media’s overreaction to hers, not his, tells us who liberals most fear as VP nominee," he added.

Criticism of Britt's rebuttal was widespread, with commentators across the political spectrum analyzing her delivery. The attention garnered by her speech even led to a parody on NBC's Saturday Night Live, featuring Scarlett Johansson impersonating the senator.

Notably, Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA and a prominent Trump supporter, expressed disappointment with Britt's speech, suggesting it didn't align with the prevailing political climate.

While the list of potential vice-presidential candidates for former President Donald Trump's campaign is expanding, Britt's delayed endorsement of Trump, along with Romney's endorsement, may affect her prospects.

Romney's endorsement, despite his adversarial relationship with Trump, signals a significant endorsement for Britt. However, her belated support for Trump, combined with the criticism of her rebuttal, could undermine her standing in the VP race.

As political dynamics continue to evolve, Britt's candidacy for vice president faces both opportunities and challenges.

Her ability to navigate these hurdles and secure broader support within the Republican Party will ultimately shape her viability as a potential running mate in future elections.