Buttigieg endorses independent over Democratic nominee in Montana Senate race
Summary
Pete Buttigieg, former Transportation Secretary, has endorsed Seth Bodnar, an independent candidate for the U.S. Senate in Montana. Buttigieg believes Bodnar’s experience and service make him a strong choice, although Bodnar is running against both a Republican and the Democratic nominee, Alani Bankhead.Key Facts
- Pete Buttigieg endorsed Seth Bodnar, an independent candidate for Montana’s U.S. Senate seat.
- Bodnar is a former University of Montana president and a Green Beret veteran.
- The Democratic nominee is Alani Bankhead, an Air Force veteran who won the primary in June.
- Some Democrats support Bodnar because they think he has a better chance against the Republican candidate, Kurt Alme.
- Bankhead has refused to drop out despite pressure and claims the party tried to get her to withdraw, which the party denies.
- The split between Bodnar and Bankhead could divide votes, making it harder to defeat the Republican candidate.
- Buttigieg praised Bodnar for his leadership, service, and focus on working across party lines.
- Montana voters often choose candidates based on the person, not the party.
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