Former Trump supporter and Republican House candidate Angela Stanton King cited an "increasingly hateful and divisive atmosphere" as a reason for stepping down from her role as an advisor to presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Top advisor to independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has resigned from her position, citing an "increasingly hateful and divisive atmosphere" within the campaign. Angela Stanton King, a former Trump supporter and Republican House candidate who served as Kennedy's advisor for Black outreach since joining the campaign last year, announced her decision in a post on X late Tuesday.
"After much reflection, I've decided to step away from the political theatre. The increasingly hateful and divisive atmosphere no longer aligns with my values," Stanton King wrote.
Her announcement sent shockwaves through the political landscape, as it came just months before the 2024 presidential election. Stanton King had been a prominent figure in Kennedy's campaign, actively engaging in Black voter outreach efforts.
Stanton King did not explicitly state whether she was referring to the "atmosphere" of the Kennedy campaign in her resignation announcement. A spokesperson for Kennedy declined to comment on the matter when contacted by Fox News Digital.
Other news outlets reported that Stanton King had been let go from the campaign, leading to a swift response from her on social media. "Reports that I've been let go from the RFK campaign for ANY reason are 100% ABSOLUTELY FALSE," she wrote.
In a statement to The New York Times, Stanton King clarified that she had transitioned to an "informal role," attributing the switch to the reasons outlined in her original social media post. Despite her frequent appearances alongside Kennedy and vice presidential running mate Nicole Shanahan at campaign events prior to her announcement, sources reported that she had clashed with Kennedy on several occasions over his abortion platform.
Stanton King's departure marks a significant loss for the Kennedy campaign, particularly in terms of outreach to African American voters. Her background as a former Trump supporter and Republican candidate lent a unique perspective to the campaign.
Stanton King's resignation highlights the growing polarization within the political sphere, where personal values and beliefs often intersect with political affiliations. It remains to be seen how her departure will impact Kennedy's campaign and the overall 2024 election landscape.
In addition to her work with the Kennedy campaign, Stanton King has been involved in Black voter outreach efforts in Georgia and has been a vocal advocate for criminal justice reform. Her decision to step down from her role as an advisor to Kennedy is a reminder of the challenges and divisions that exist within the American political system.
