In a heated debate on ABC News, New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu faced off against host George Stephanopoulos over his support for former President Donald Trump despite his past condemnation. The clash centered around Sununu's endorsement of Trump, even if he were to be convicted in the hush money case.

Governor Sununu firmly asserted that the trial would not have the significant political ramifications that many anticipate. He argued that the American public sees it more as reality TV at this point, and despite the ongoing legal issues, Trump's poll numbers have remained steady.

Stephanopoulos, however, persisted in questioning Sununu's stance on right and wrong instead of focusing solely on politics. He asked multiple times if a conviction would "sway" the governor's support. Sununu countered by stating that the cases against Trump were unlikely to impact public opinion significantly. He added that it should come as no surprise that a Republican governor endorsed a Republican nominee for president.

The debate intensified when Stephanopoulos highlighted Sununu's previous statement on January 11, 2021, where the governor accused Trump of contributing to the insurrection. Stephanopoulos pressed Sununu on how he could endorse a president who seemingly supported an insurrection. The governor responded by emphasizing his support for a Republican administration rather than Trump himself.

Stephanopoulos challenged Sununu's reasoning, but the governor pointed out that 51% of the country supported Trump and emphasized that they were not "crazy" or extremists. He argued that the support for Trump stemmed from a desire for cultural change and a rejection of the current administration's policies, citing concerns such as inflation and the border issue.

The debate concluded with Sununu stating that it was not just about supporting Trump but also about bringing about a culture change across the country. He stressed the need to address issues beyond the presidency and stated that Americans were not focused on relitigating the events of January 6th.

In summary, Governor Sununu stood firm in his support for Trump, even in the face of potential convictions and his belief that Trump contributed to the insurrection. He echoed the sentiment of 51% of Americans who, according to Sununu, wanted a change in the current political landscape.

The clash between Sununu and Stephanopoulos underscores the deep divisions within the Republican Party over Trump's legacy and the direction of the party moving forward. As the debate highlighted, support for Trump remains a contentious topic, with some Republicans willing to overlook past actions and controversies in favor of the broader goals they believe he represents.