Longtime Trump adviser Roger Stone recently unleashed a scathing attack on Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, predicting that the Republican governor would end up in prison. Stone, who has been a vocal supporter of Donald Trump, took to social media to criticize Kemp, calling him "the lowest form of human being." This attack stems from Kemp's refusal to back Trump's claims of widespread voter fraud in Georgia during the 2020 presidential election, a stance that has drawn ire from Trump loyalists.
Kemp, who has maintained that the 2020 election in Georgia was conducted fairly and that the results were accurate, has been a frequent target of criticism from Trump and his allies. Stone’s comments come as the Republican Party faces deep internal divisions, particularly over the handling of the 2020 election and the loyalty demanded by Trump from his supporters.
Roger Stone – "Trump won Georgia and it was stolen and Brian Kemp is going to prison. The lowest form of life known to man. A true piece of shit." and “Stacy Abrams beat Kemp's ass. and he knows it. The federal penitentiary is only place he's going.”https://t.co/SjjZR2quyi
— The Real 'Not El Chapo' (@ScottEnlow) August 20, 2024
Stone’s rhetoric highlights the ongoing power struggle within the GOP, as factions continue to align themselves either with Trump’s claims or with the more traditional Republican leadership that seeks to move beyond the 2020 election controversy. Kemp, who is up for re-election, has faced both primary challenges and threats of further political retribution from Trump supporters, but he has remained steadfast in his defense of Georgia's election integrity.
In his remarks, Stone suggested that Kemp's political career was in jeopardy, not just due to his stance on the 2020 election, but also because of what Stone described as various unspecified criminal activities. “Brian Kemp is going to prison,” Stone asserted, though he provided no evidence to support his claims. He further accused Kemp of being involved in activities that, according to Stone, would eventually lead to his downfall.
Longtime Trump adviser Roger Stone: Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is “going to prison” and is the “lowest form of life known to man” https://t.co/wztqWqliEd
— Media Matters (@mmfa) August 19, 2024
This isn’t the first time Stone has made such inflammatory statements. A seasoned political operative known for his combative style, Stone has been a controversial figure for decades, often making headlines for his incendiary remarks and conspiracy theories. His latest comments reflect the intensifying rhetoric among Trump’s most ardent supporters as they continue to challenge anyone within the Republican Party who does not fully align with the former president.
Stone's attack on Kemp is part of a broader campaign by Trump and his allies to discredit and marginalize Republicans who have failed to support Trump’s narrative of a stolen election. This strategy has seen several high-profile Republicans face primary challenges from Trump-backed candidates, and in some cases, those who have crossed Trump have been ousted from their positions.
Kemp, however, remains defiant. Despite the pressure, he has continued to defend his actions and the integrity of Georgia’s election process. He has also pushed back against efforts to overturn the state’s election results, a stance that has earned him both praise and condemnation within the party.
The internal conflict within the GOP shows no signs of abating as the 2024 election cycle approaches. With figures like Roger Stone continuing to exert influence, the party is likely to face further turbulence, particularly in key battleground states like Georgia. Stone’s comments may resonate with a segment of the Republican base that remains loyal to Trump, but they also risk deepening the divisions that could impact the party’s overall unity and effectiveness in upcoming elections.
