The cost to overcome a Trump endorsement is high, as seen in the Georgia governor race where Rick Jackson spent over $100 million to defeat Burt Jones. Jackson, a billionaire healthcare tycoon, personally supplied most of the funds to persuade Republican primary voters to overlook Trump’s advice.
Trump’s Endorsement Record
Trump’s endorsement can be a significant factor in Republican primaries, but it is not foolproof. In Alabama, Trump’s candidate for U.S. Senate won a runoff, while in Oklahoma, his pick for governor advanced to another runoff. However, in Georgia, Jackson’s significant spending was enough to overcome Trump’s endorsement.
In the District of Columbia, the mayoral race features a democratic socialist, Janeese Lewis George, who is running against a new voting system. The race has drawn national attention, including from Trump, who indicated that he might take over the city if Lewis George wins.
Georgia Secretary of State Race
In the Georgia secretary of state race, State Rep. Tim Fleming won the Republican nomination, defeating opponent Vernon Jones, who had questioned the 2020 election results. Fleming will face Democrat Penny Brown Reynolds in the general election.
In California, a special primary election was held to fill the term of Eric Swalwell, who resigned from the U.S. House. Democratic state Sen. Aisha Wahab advanced to the special general election, representing a more progressive wing of the party.
Original reporting: 40/29 / KHBS (NW Arkansas) — read the source article.
