K Street’s Republican lobbyists have hesitated in backing anyone for now, at least publicly.
Already, during this primary, former President Donald Trump's campaign has threatened to work against Republican firms who use his image without his consent. | Charlie Neibergall/AP PhotoRepublican lobbyists on K Street aren’t rushing to back Donald Trump in his third run for the White House.
But they’re not rallying in full force behind an alternative either. While some lobbyists are doling out cash, others are fearful that any type of public opposition to the former president could make them persona non grata in D.C. should he get back to the White House. Interviews with nine Republican lobbyists reveal a corner of K Street largely paralyzed during the early GOP primary. GOP influence peddlers, who can help shepherd substantial financial resources behind a campaign, are concerned about the down-ballot effects of having Trump at the top of the ticket.
“Why would I cut my nose off to spite my face?” said one Republican lobbyist, who privately supports South Carolina Sen.but hasn’t donated to his campaign, according to FEC filings. “Other lobbyists may have more morals and principles, and good for them, but I get my calls returned faster.” The quandary facing GOP lobbyists reflects one facing other Republican operatives writ large. Trump is a uniquely polarizing figure who often uses threats of retribution to sort his enemies from his supporters. Officials not affiliated with his campaign face the prospect of losing out on business should he emerge with the nomination. Already, during this primary, his campaign has threatened to work against Republican firmsFor K Street, there’s a potential payday for staying out of the fray.
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