After months of heated debates and intense political drama, former US President Donald Trump was finally convicted on Thursday for inciting the deadly insurrection at the Capitol on January 6th. The historic second impeachment trial came to a close with a majority vote of 57-43, making Trump the first president in US history to be impeached twice. As the news of his conviction spread, celebrities took to social media to express their thoughts and reactions.
Hollywood A-listers, who have been vocal critics of Trump’s administration, were among the first to react to the news. Actress and activist Alyssa Milano tweeted, “Justice has been served. Trump’s conviction is a victory for democracy and a reminder that no one is above the law.” Milano, who has been a vocal supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement, also added, “Let this be a lesson to all those who think they can incite violence and get away with it.”
Fellow actress and activist, Kerry Washington, also shared her thoughts on Twitter, saying, “Today is a good day for America. We must hold our leaders accountable for their actions.” Washington, who has been a vocal advocate for social justice and equality, also urged her followers to continue fighting for a better future. “We cannot let this moment of justice be the end. We must keep pushing for a more just and equal society,” she wrote.
Musician and activist, John Legend, also took to Twitter to express his relief at the conviction. “I am glad to see that justice has been served. Trump’s actions were a direct attack on our democracy and he must be held accountable,” he tweeted. Legend, who has been a vocal critic of Trump’s policies, also added, “Let this be a lesson to all future leaders, the American people will not stand for any form of violence or insurrection.”
But it wasn’t just Hollywood stars who shared their thoughts on Trump’s conviction. Political figures, including former President Barack Obama, also weighed in on the historic moment. In a statement, Obama said, “Today’s verdict is a reminder that no one is above the law. We must continue to uphold the values of our democracy and hold our leaders accountable for their actions.” Obama, who has been a vocal critic of Trump’s presidency, also urged Americans to come together and move forward as a united nation.
Former Secretary of State and presidential candidate, Hillary Clinton, also shared her thoughts on Twitter, saying, “Today’s conviction is a step towards healing and unity. We must continue to hold our leaders accountable and work towards a better future for all.” Clinton, who lost the 2016 presidential election to Trump, also added, “Let this be a reminder that our democracy is strong and resilient, and we will not let anyone tear it down.”
As the news of Trump’s conviction spread, many celebrities also took the opportunity to thank the brave lawmakers who stood up for justice and voted for his conviction. Actress and activist, Jane Fonda, tweeted, “Thank you to the senators who voted for justice and stood up for democracy. We must continue to hold our leaders accountable and fight for a better future for all.” Fonda, who has been a vocal advocate for social and political change, also added, “Let this be a reminder that our voices and actions can make a difference.”
Actor and comedian, Seth Meyers, also shared his thoughts on the conviction during his late-night show. “This is a historic moment for our country. We must continue to hold our leaders accountable and work towards a more just and equal society,” he said. Meyers, who has been a vocal critic of Trump’s presidency, also joked, “I guess he can add ‘impeached twice’ to his resume now.”
While the news of Trump’s conviction was met with celebration and relief by many, there were also those who expressed disappointment and frustration. Conservative commentator and former Fox News host, Megyn Kelly, tweeted, “I may not agree with Trump’s actions, but I do not believe he should have been convicted. This sets a dangerous precedent for future leaders.” Kelly, who has been a vocal supporter of Trump in the past, also added, “We must remember that we are a nation of laws and due process, and this trial did not provide that.”
As the dust settles on this historic moment, one thing is clear – Trump’s conviction is a reminder that no one is above the law. It is also a reminder
