I’m not particularly concerned with how the Republicans choose their leadership. These past few years they have proved over and over again that they care nothing for honor, and everything for power. It’s no surprise whatever that they are happy to be led by a possible criminal, and to change their own honorable rules so that he can lead them. After all, he insured the addition of several Republican seats in the House with his probably illegal off-year Texas redistricting plan. I’m not surprised that they want to reward him in his hour of need. But it’s never fun to watch your opponents sink to such a low level.
If you’re interested in learning more about his background, Mother Jones has a thorough review.