Trump's ruthless midterm power play
Summary
President Trump is actively shaping Republican primary races by endorsing certain candidates and asking others to drop out. His goal is to avoid costly primaries that could weaken the party before the midterm elections and help keep Republican control of Congress.Key Facts
- Trump has endorsed 95% of the 217 Republican House members, including 43 candidates in competitive races.
- He endorsed nearly two-thirds of Republican Senate candidates running this year.
- Trump asked Kentucky Senate candidate Nate Morris to drop out and later offered him an ambassadorship.
- Trump pressured candidates like Hope Scheppelman and Bill Huizenga to step aside for stronger contenders.
- Some Trump-backed endorsements have caused disagreements among MAGA supporters.
- Trump chose not to intervene in the expensive Texas Senate primary between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton.
- Trump began playing an active role in primaries soon after taking office in 2023 to protect vulnerable incumbents.
- Republican strategists credit Trump’s early involvement with improving the party’s chances in tough races.
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