Trump Echoes Putin, Accuses Indictments of Political Persecution

Former President Donald Trump quoted Russian President Vladimir Putin during a campaign speech in New Hampshire, using Putin's words to argue that the criminal charges against him are politically motivated and undermine the United States' claim to be a democratic leader. Trump criticized President Biden and his economic policies, while also attacking his primary competitors. He accused his rivals of recruiting "subversive" outsiders and criticized New Hampshire's Republican governor, Chris Sununu. Trump's advisers stated that he plans to increase his campaign pace in January, but the criminal trials he may face present scheduling challenges.