Summary
President Donald Trump has withdrawn his support for Colorado Rep. Jeff Hurd after Hurd voted for a resolution concerning Trump's use of emergency tariff powers. Trump is now endorsing Hope Scheppelman, a nurse and Navy veteran, to run in Colorado's 3rd Congressional District. Hurd stated his vote was based on constitutional grounds regarding Congress's role in trade and tariffs.
Key Facts
- President Trump withdrew his endorsement of Rep. Jeff Hurd.
- Hurd voted for H.J.Res.72, which affects Trump's emergency tariff authority.
- Trump is now supporting Hope Scheppelman in Colorado's 3rd Congressional District.
- Hurd represents Western and Southern Colorado.
- Hurd argued his vote was about Congress's constitutionally given powers over trade.
- Trump disagrees, suggesting Hurd prioritizes foreign interests over American ones.
- This is the second time Trump has withdrawn an endorsement; the first was for Mo Brooks.
