Former President Donald Trump is still the top kingmaker for Republican candidates in primaries, but analysts say he is denting the GOP’s chances to win some of those races in November.
Author: Seth McLaughlin
Pinal County, Arizona, election director removed over ballot mess
The director of elections in Pinal County, Arizona, has been removed from his job after a ballot shortage in some polling places created an Election Day mess and infuriated Republicans.
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Trump-backed candidates flex their muscle in Arizona primary
Former President Donald Trump’s picks dominated the primary races in Arizona, underscoring his lingering influence over the Republican Party and the resonance of his stolen-election claims nearly two years after he narrowly lost the state.
Tudor Dixon wins Michigan GOP primary, will face Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in November
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Trump endorsement goes to unspecified ‘ERIC’ in Missouri Republican Senate race
Former President Donald Trump on Monday endorsed “ERIC” in the Missouri GOP Senate race — though he failed to mention whether that means he is backing state Attorney General Eric Schmitt or former Gov. Eric Greitens.
Trump towers over Tuesday’s GOP primary races
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Arizona AG Mark Brnovich elbowed out in GOP Senate race, looks for come-from-behind finish
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GOP candidate Kari Lake floats stolen election claims ahead of Arizona gubernatorial primary
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Mike Pence returns to Capitol and is embraced by GOP lawmakers — behind closed doors
Former Vice President Mike Pence received a warm reception Wednesday on Capitol Hill from GOP lawmakers who applauded him for fulfilling his constitutional role in certifying the results of the 2020 election.