All the Trump-Backed Candidates Who Have Lost Races in 2026
Summary
President Donald Trump endorsed many candidates in the 2026 Republican primaries, with most winning so far. However, several Trump-backed candidates, including Congressman Andy Ogles and others in state and local races, lost their primary contests.Key Facts
- President Trump made 312 endorsements in the 2026 Republican primaries.
- About 97% of his endorsed candidates won their primary races through early July 2026.
- Congressman Andy Ogles (Tennessee) lost the Republican primary for the 5th Congressional District despite Trump's support.
- Amir Hassan lost the Michigan 8th District Republican primary to Thomas J. Smith, who had suspended his campaign but still won.
- North Carolina Senate leader Phil Berger lost the Republican nomination for the 26th Senate District.
- Georgia Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones lost the Republican gubernatorial runoff in June 2026.
- Indiana candidates Brenda Wilson and Bruce Borders, both endorsed by Trump, lost their primary races.
- Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller lost the primary despite being an incumbent endorsed by Trump.
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