Overview

• Three former White House officials, Alyssa Farah Griffin, Sarah Matthews and Cassidy Hutchinson, have warned against the potential consequences of a second term for former President Donald Trump, stating it could signify 'the end of American democracy as we know it'.
• The trio expressed concerns about Trump's continued claims of election fraud, his increasingly erratic rhetoric, and his suggestions about weaponizing the Justice Department against his political enemies.
• Despite their political affiliations, the former officials stated they would prioritize democracy over partisan interests in the upcoming election, even if it means voting for a Democrat.
• The women, who testified before the House Jan. 6 committee, have faced threats and harassment from Trump and his followers since speaking out against him.
• Trump has responded to their criticisms by calling them 'ungrateful grifters' and accusing them of betraying him for personal gain.