Bradley Whitford criticizes Cheryl Hines for silence after RFK Jr.’s Trump endorsement

Bradley Whitford criticises Cheryl Hines for staying silent on RFK Jr.'s Trump endorsement, calling it ‘courageous.’

Actor Bradley Whitford has publicly criticized Cheryl Hines for not addressing her husband Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s endorsement of Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential election. RFK Jr., who had been running his own presidential campaign, officially ended his bid on August 23 and endorsed Trump.

Whitford, known for his roles in The West Wing and Get Out, took to social media to express his disapproval. On X (formerly Twitter), Whitford wrote, “Hey Cheryl Hines, way to stay silent while your lunatic husband throws his support behind the adjudicated rapist who brags about stripping women of their fundamental rights. Gutsy. Great example for the kids. Profile in courage.” Whitford has been an active supporter of Kamala Harris’s campaign.

Hey @CherylHines, way to stay silent while your lunatic husband throws his support behind the adjudicated rapist who brags about stripping women of their fundamental rights. Gutsy. Great example for the kids. Profile in courage. https://t.co/DrhXY3npcF

— Bradley Whitford (@BradleyWhitford) August 24, 2024

In response to RFK Jr.’s campaign suspension, Hines praised the efforts of his team on social media, stating, “They have accomplished feats that were said to be impossible. They have gathered over a million signatures, more than any candidate in history, and have achieved ballot access across the country despite the roadblocks and lawsuits that have been brought against them.” She concluded with a non-partisan remark, noting, “Over the last year and a half, I have met some extraordinary people from all parties — Democrats, Republicans, and Independents.”

Whitford’s critique follows backlash from RFK Jr.’s extended family, who expressed their disappointment in his endorsement of Trump. Kerry Kennedy, RFK Jr.'s sister, issued a statement co-signed by her siblings, condemning the move as a “betrayal of the values that our father and our family hold most dear.”