Adam Kinzinger mocked as he tells Stephen Colbert that Trump's 'terrible pick' JD Vance has no 'moral soul'

Adam Kinzinger pointed out that Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance has been highly critical of America's support for Ukraine
UPDATED JUL 17, 2024
Adam Kinzinger slammed Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance on 'Late Show with Stephen Colbert' (Getty Images, CBS)
Adam Kinzinger slammed Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance on 'Late Show with Stephen Colbert' (Getty Images, CBS)

WASHINGTON, DC: CNN senior political commentator and former Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger appeared on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' to offer a scathing critique of the Republican National Convention and its participants.

Kinzinger did not hold back, denouncing the event and declaring that Moscow was “celebrating” alongside the attendees in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Adam Kinzinger says GOP is not the party 'I remember' 

Reflecting on his past experiences, Kinzinger shared his disillusionment with the Republican Party, a sentiment he first felt during the 2016 Republican National Convention in Cleveland.

“I remember showing up to Cleveland and all of a sudden I’m looking around the room I’m in everybody’s got MAGA hats on and I realized at that moment, this is not the Republican Party I remember,” Kinzinger told Colbert. He recalled feeling distinctly out of place and alienated by the sea of Trump supporters, a stark contrast to the party he had once known.

MONTOURSVILLE, PA - OCTOBER 31: U.S. President Donald Trump throws MAGA caps to supporters as he arr
Donald Trump throws MAGA hats at his supporters during a rally (Getty Images)

Kinzinger’s commentary extended beyond mere observations of the party’s transformation. He reflected on his own journey and the backlash he faced from the Republican establishment, especially after he served on the congressional committee investigating the January 6 Capitol riot.

He felt the hostility from his party intensified as he refused to “pledge allegiance to a man” rather than the principles of the Republican Party.

Adama Kinzinger slams Trump VP choice JD Vance

When Colbert inquired about the current state of the Republican Party, Kinzinger pointedly replied, “Well, it’s the party I recognize of the last seven years.” His critique did not stop there; he directed sharp criticism at the choice of Senator JD Vance (R-PA) as Donald Trump’s running mate, accusing Vance of embodying the negative shift within the party.



 

Kinzinger lambasted Vance for his past statements on Ukraine, citing Vance’s 2022 comments where he expressed indifference toward the conflict. “They are celebrating that choice both in Milwaukee tonight and in Moscow,” Kinzinger said, suggesting that Vance’s stance on Ukraine aligns with “Russian talking points.”

He continued to criticize Vance by questioning his moral integrity. “He is a guy who was an anti-Trumper, then all of a sudden is the biggest pro-Trumper,” Kinzinger said, condemning Vance for lacking a “moral soul” and for endorsing policies that he believes are harmful. He went on to describe Vance’s selection as Trump’s running mate as “a terrible pick for the president.”

Internet asks Adam Kinzinger to 'get a job' 

Adam Kinzinger’s appearance on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' got mixed reactions

One user wrote, "Why isn’t Adam running for Congress? Oh yeah, he’s a crying CS."

Another user commented, "Adam Kinzinger is a true American patriot. Too bad there are too many politicians who aren't!"

One said, "lol he is a scumbag."

Another replied, "Adam Kinzinger and Thomas Crooks both claimed to be Republicans but were both servants of the Biden Regime instead"

One added, "He knows the spigot is gonna be turned off."

Another user stated, "Poor Kinzinger. Apparently, the failed assassination of Trump caused his man period to start early and his monkey pox to flair up."

One replied, "I think it was a terrible pick for the president. At least Kinzinger can admit Trump will win."

One said, "Get a job little boy."

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