In a historic move, former President Donald Trump has been indicted on 37 counts by a New York grand jury. The charges range from tax fraud to obstruction of justice and span over a decade of Trump’s business dealings. The indictment was unsealed on Wednesday and appears to be the result of a lengthy investigation by New York prosecutors.

As news of the indictment spread, many Republican lawmakers expressed concern over the impact it could have on the party’s primary race for the 2024 presidential election. Some candidates, including Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Texas Senator Ted Cruz, refused to comment on the charges, while others like former Vice President Mike Pence and Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton condemned the indictment as politically motivated.

Legal experts have pointed out that the indictment could have serious implications for Trump’s future political ambitions. If convicted, he could face significant prison time and would be unable to run for public office again. Additionally, the unsealing of the indictment revealed documents that shed new light on Trump’s business dealings, including details about documents he had at his Mar-a-Lago property.

Despite the seriousness of the charges, some Trump supporters remain steadfast in their defense of the former president. However, many legal analysts argue that the evidence against Trump is strong and that the Department of Justice had no choice but to pursue the indictment.

As the story continues to develop, it remains unclear how the charges will impact Trump’s political influence and the future of the Republican Party.