Molitor’s decision to run for sheriff comes after he was acquitted of supporting a terrorist act in the plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. He is running against incumbent Sheriff Trent Taylor in the Republican primary in August. Molitor has pledged not to enforce a new state law that allows guns to be taken away from individuals deemed to be a danger to themselves or others. He believes that taking someone’s possessions without their knowledge is unfair and unjust.
Molitor and two other men were accused of supporting the leaders of the kidnap plot by participating in military-style drills and traveling to see Whitmer’s vacation home in 2020. He believes that the government set him up, citing the use of informants and undercover FBI agents in the investigation. While Molitor and two others were found not guilty, nine men were convicted at trial or through guilty pleas, and five were acquitted. Despite the controversy surrounding his involvement in the kidnapping plot, Molitor is moving forward with his candidacy for sheriff.
Sheriff Trent Taylor responded to Molitor’s candidacy by stating that anyone is allowed to run for sheriff and there are no set qualifications for the position. Taylor did not make any direct comments about Molitor’s past involvement in the kidnapping plot. Molitor’s decision to run for sheriff has sparked debate and controversy within Wexford County, with some residents questioning his ability to effectively serve as sheriff given his past legal troubles. However, Molitor remains determined to run for the position and make a difference in the community.
The upcoming Republican primary in August will determine whether Eric Molitor or Sheriff Trent Taylor will serve as the sheriff of Wexford County. Molitor’s pledge not to enforce the new state law regarding gun possession for individuals deemed dangerous could attract voters who share his beliefs on gun rights and personal freedoms. The outcome of the primary election will reflect the opinions and values of the residents of Wexford County, as they decide who is best suited to serve as their sheriff. Molitor’s candidacy adds an interesting and controversial element to the race, raising questions about his past and his ability to effectively lead as sheriff.
As the election approaches, both Molitor and Taylor will continue to campaign and make their case to the voters of Wexford County. Molitor’s bold stance on the new state gun law and his declaration to not enforce it will likely be a central issue in the campaign. Taylor, as the incumbent sheriff, will rely on his experience and record in office to sway voters in his favor. The outcome of the Republican primary will set the stage for the general election in November, where the chosen candidate will face off against any Democratic challengers. Wexford County residents will ultimately determine who will serve as their sheriff and represent their interests in the community.
