Former President Donald Trump commented on the mistrial in the high-profile murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, stating that she will still have to "pay the price" for the deaths of her three young children. A jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict in the case, leading to a mistrial being declared on Friday.

During a press gaggle, Trump described the situation as a "horrible tragedy" and indicated that he believes another trial will occur. "She did a horrible, horrible thing. Can't be worse. But you'll find out what the price to pay is. There'll be a price. It's going to be [a] mental institution or jail or something," Trump said.

Clancy's defense did not dispute that she strangled her children, Cora, 5, Dawson, 3, and Callan, 8 months, in January 2023. However, her attorneys argued she was not guilty by reason of insanity, citing postpartum psychosis, a severe mental health condition. The six-week trial aimed to determine criminal responsibility.

After nearly a week of deliberations, a mistrial was declared when the jury's decision was deadlocked 11 to 1. Eleven jurors reportedly voted to acquit Clancy, while one holdout juror refused to join them. The jury was composed of nine women and three men.

The mistrial prompted reactions from some Republican lawmakers. Rep. Michael Rulli of Ohio posted on X, "Out of 12 people, only ONE had the courage to hold a serial killer accountable for her actions. That’s not just bravery. That’s a hero." Sen. Mike Lee of Ohio also commented, "Holdout juror’s going to need security. Sad."

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis called the mistrial a "miscarriage of justice" and stated, "The victims deserved far, far better than a kangaroo court." Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina, who has been vocal about the case, posted, "This case is not about the excuses for why she committed murder. This is about justice for the three beautiful souls whose lives were taken after their mother strangled them with her bare hands and workout bands." Mace added, "12 jurors looked at this onesie. Only ONE stood his ground to defend the children."

Clancy's defense maintained she was a devoted mother seeking help, alleging that a combination of 13 psychiatric medications she was prescribed worsened her mental state. Her mother-in-law, Susan Clancy, described her as a "nurturing, very loving" and "wonderful mother."

Clancy is scheduled to return to court on September 29 for a status hearing, trial assignment, and a defense motion.