Four reasons why some GOP lawmakers love Trump

Published March 4, 2016 6:16pm ET



Establishment Republicans are scrambling to find some alternative to a Donald Trump nomination this summer, but for the few congressional Republicans who have endorsed the billionaire, Trump is just the right candidate to lead the party.

Loud, public comments in support of Trump from established Republican officials and lawmakers are still relatively rare. However, some are already saying quietly that they could work with Trump, and Thursday night, each of the other GOP candidates said they would support Trump if he wins the nomination.

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