North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum expressed his belief that voters in the upcoming election will be more influenced by economic issues such as inflation and the cost of living rather than the legal trials facing former President Donald Trump. During an appearance on CBS’s “Face The Nation,” Burgum highlighted that everyday challenges are foremost in the minds of American voters.

Burgum remarked that most Americans are not closely following Trump’s legal battles because they are more concerned with their daily lives under the current administration. “I understand that they’re not paying close attention to the trial because most Americans out there, you know, working Americans don’t have time to watch TV all day, read every report, because they’re facing all the things, you know, putting food on the table, gas in the car, all the challenges that they’re facing,” he said.

The governor suggested that voters will ultimately assess their quality of life and economic stability when casting their ballots. “People are going to make a decision about, were they better, are they better off today than they were four years ago?” Burgum stated.

Reflecting on Trump’s presidency, Burgum noted that voters experienced economic prosperity and peace during that period. He contrasted this with the current situation, which he described as “very different.” He said, “They had an opportunity to live their life under four years of him. And they had a chance to, you know, prosper. And they had a chance to understand what the world was like. No wars. And now…it’s a very different situation.”

Despite the media frenzy surrounding Trump’s trials, Burgum believes that these issues will not determine the election outcome. “The election is not going to turn on this trial,” he asserted.

Burgum has been mentioned as a potential vice-presidential candidate for Trump, with an announcement expected at the Republican National Convention in July.

This perspective from Governor Burgum highlights a broader sentiment that economic issues and personal financial stability will be more critical to voters than political scandals or legal proceedings. As the election nears, this focus on economic well-being could play a significant role in shaping voter preferences.