Republican mayor in battleground state is endorsing Kamala Harris. Hear why

Mesa, Arizona Mayor John Giles, a Republican, tells CNN's Laura Coates why he supports Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential bid over Republican nominee Donald Trump. #CNN #News

[marklord]

This gives me hope in a divided country.

[kathleenkosel]

This mayor is serving the needs of his citizens...not his party...well said.

[laurawilliams]

Mayor Giles you are an impressive figure, a man of integrity and courage. Thanks for standing up for your convictions and what's best for this country.

[clarechomyn]

I admire his bravery in speaking out and not remaining silent.

[jamesdavis]

This guy damn near brings tears to this Marines eyes. This is the type of Republican America needs. He disagrees with some of the policies (maybe many, and that is ok) of the Dems, but he stands up for The Constitution, the rule of law, and decency - which we so desperately need right now in America. I just wish more Republican's had the courage to do what John Giles has done. I salute you Mr. Giles - you are a good American.

[jon]

There is a difference between a fanatic and a patriot. This man is clearly the latter.🇺🇸

[sule]

I live in Phoenix--Mesa adjacent--and I am shocked! I'm so impressed that such a thoughtful and American-people-focused move would come from any republican, especially an AZ republican. Thank you, sir, for your sanity, and courage.

[EileenPrevatte]

This mayor is a man of integrity. Thank God people like him are still around and are surfacing.

[janetdepiazzi]

An honourable man putting his country first. Watching from Australia, I appreciate the honesty and courage he displays in making his decision to speak up 🤗

[JosePereira-kxxl]

This mayor, politician, Republican, is a person of integrity and high character. I wish there were more like him in the Republican Party.

[philipalpha]

As a Mesa resident and business owner, I had the privilege of meeting Mayor Giles a few times. A Mayor that dedicated his position to the City’s growth and very in touch with the community.

[timothynarandela]

My loyalty to my party ends when my loyalty to my country begins.

[MoeJoe]

Never in my life have I seen so many people leave party lines to support another candidate. This should show anyone that this election is very important to democracy

[RosaDelCastilloHairAdvice]

This confirms we have good Republicans.

[yowzephyr]

I live and work in Mesa. I'm an old Democrat. I'm so proud of my mayor John Giles. I've never said that about a Republican office holder before.

[johnny]

Considering how much Trump ridiculed Sen. McCain, the people of Arizona should reject that orange doofus. The audacity of that draft dodger to call people who die in wars as "losers" and "suckers" is just on another level.

[jjw]

History will treat this gentleman kindly. Kudos Mayor Giles.

[sheckyfeinstein]

There aren’t enough of you, Mr. Giles. Especially among your culture, of which I count myself. You are a great role model. Keep it up.

[limbuyam]

He is the real American that's called people's right to decide their own fillings. We should lean from this mayor i salute you sir.

[annel]

A man with ethics and a moral compass, Refreshing.