Which Republican candidates have Trump's endorsement in today's primaries?
In today's primaries across six states, President Trump is backing three candidates: Congressman Tom Tiffany for governor in Wisconsin, My Pillow entrepreneur Mike Lindell for governor in Minnesota, and Darlene Graham — sister of Senator Lindsey Graham — for the Senate seat in South Carolina.
Trump's endorsement of Lindell is notable given the controversy surrounding him. The Minnesota GOP chairman has publicly questioned Lindell's electability and even whether he meets the state's residency requirements. Lindell is widely known for echoing Trump's false claims about the 2020 election results, which may energize a base of loyalists while raising questions about his viability in a general election.
In South Carolina, Darlene Graham's path to the Senate is far from clear. She faces a crowded Republican field that includes Congressmen Ralph Norman and Russell Frye, former Governor Mark Sanford, and businessman Mark Lynch. Trump's endorsement gives her a significant visibility boost, but the competitive field means the race remains genuinely open. You can follow the full primary coverage on Listenly as results come in from all six states.
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Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan is the progressive candidate, backing Medicare for All and speaking out strongly against the Israeli government, facing a moderate opponent in a race that reflects broader Democratic tensions between the party's wings.
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is the moderate Democratic alternative to Hong. Crowley had previously dropped out of the race to support another candidate before re-entering the gubernatorial contest.
Wisconsin State Representative Francesca Hong is a self-described democratic socialist running a grassroots, volunteer-driven campaign featuring dance and unconventional outreach that has energized progressive voters and made her a central figure in the primary.