John Morgan, historically a significant Democratic donor, recently extolled Donald Trump, dubbing him a "fucking genius."
Breitbart reported that Morgan's remarks were made after Trump’s triumph in the November election and displayed a critical assessment of Democratic strategies and Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign.
During an interview that Politico published on Sunday, John Morgan expressed his admiration for Donald Trump's ability to harness Republican discontent and populism.
Morgan, who has been contemplating a gubernatorial run as a third-party candidate, highlighted Trump's appeal to a previously unaddressed Republican base.
Morgan, a long-time Democrat and the face of the law firm Morgan & Morgan has been a major campaign contributor to the Democratic party.
His firm donated over $765,000 to Democrats during the 2024 election cycle alone. In the past, Morgan's contributions have been substantial, including $355,000 to the Biden Victory Fund in August of the same year.
Beyond political donations, Morgan has also invested in social initiatives, having directed $6.5 million toward supporting the legalization of medical cannabis in Florida, which included funding for television and radio advertisements.
In April 2024, before the election results, Morgan made a striking remark about the Democratic Party’s preparation for the election.
He stated, "Democrats were prepared to lose," indicating a lack of confidence in the party's strategic direction. This comment appeared to foreshadow his later reactions to the election outcomes.
Following Donald Trump's victory over Kamala Harris, Morgan publicly criticized Harris’s campaign strategy and her management of campaign finances.
In the same interview, he voiced concerns about Harris's ability to handle donor funds, saying, "She cannot be trusted." Morgan also described Harris’s campaign as chaotic, comparing it to the "Mad Max" movie series, suggesting disorganization and a lack of control.
His dissatisfaction with how campaign funds were utilized is best encapsulated in his comment, "The money was not being spent to support Harris; rather, it was pouring in against Trump," underscoring a perceived misallocation of resources.
Morgan’s disillusionment with the former vice president went further, questioning her future in politics. He remarked, "I don’t think she has a political future," indicating his criticism wasn't just with the campaign execution but with Harris's broader political potential.
The potential gubernatorial run by John Morgan as a third-party candidate adds another layer of intrigue to his recent statements.
His critique of the Democratic Party and praise for Trump’s strategic acumen may influence his approach to a possible campaign as he seeks to resonate with an electorate that might be feeling similarly disenchanted with the traditional party system.
Morgan's previous donations and political stance will surely play a significant role in defining his third-party candidacy, should he decide to follow through. Whether his critical view of current Democratic strategies will translate into campaign principles or policies remains to be observed.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, the comments and actions of influential figures like John Morgan will be crucial in shaping the narratives and alliances in upcoming elections.
His move from a Democrat supporter to possibly running as a third-party candidate, coupled with his praise for Trump’s strategies, marks a significant shift in the current political discourse.