Trump's Endorsement Dominance Reshapes GOP and Extends Internationally
Key Questions
What is Trump's endorsement win rate in the 2026 primaries?
Trump maintains a 97% win rate, with all 170 of his congressional picks succeeding in the primaries. This demonstrates his continued dominance in reshaping the GOP.
Which new candidates has Trump endorsed recently?
Recent endorsements include Jon Husted for Ohio Senate, Jay Feely in AZ-01, Mike Mazzei in Oklahoma, Mike Collins in Georgia's Senate runoff, and Zach Lahn in Iowa after correcting course from Feenstra.
How has Trump's endorsement affected the Georgia Senate runoff?
Trump backed Mike Collins against the Kemp-backed candidate in the Georgia Senate runoff. This late-stage move defies establishment preferences within the party.
What international endorsement success did Trump achieve?
Trump-endorsed Juan de la Espriella was elected in Colombia. This extends his influence beyond U.S. borders into international politics.
Who did Trump endorse for Minnesota governor?
Trump endorsed MyPillow founder Mike Lindell in the Minnesota Republican race for governor via a Truth Social post.
What internal GOP divisions arose in Wisconsin's 7th district?
Trump-endorsed Alfonso leads the primary but faces division over nepotism concerns as the son-in-law of U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.
How did Trump respond to the Oklahoma runoff challenge?
Trump doubled down on Mike Mazzei, blasting Drummond as a 'fake Republican' after Drummond responded to the endorsement.
What was Zach Lahn's response to Trump's endorsement?
Zach Lahn welcomed the endorsement for Iowa governor and expressed appreciation for the support in his campaign.
Trump's endorsement power remains staggering: 97% win rate in 2026 primaries, with all 170 congressional picks winning. New endorsements: Jon Husted (Ohio Senate), Jay Feely (AZ-01) attracting donations from Goodell, Barkley, Kraft; Mike Mazzei in Oklahoma; Mike Collins in Georgia Senate runoff against Kemp-backed candidate. Trump endorsed Zach Lahn in Iowa general election after initially backing Feenstra, showing willingness to correct course. In WI-07, Trump-endorsed Alfonso leads primary field but faces internal GOP division over nepotism. Internationally, Colombia elected Trump-endorsed Juan de la Espriella. Trump endorsed Mike Lindell in Minnesota governor race, and doubled down on Mike Mazzei in Oklahoma runoff, blasting Drummond as 'fake Republican.'