Former President Trump endorses Eric Hovde for Wisconsin U.S. Senate race
Former President Trump endorses businessman and entrepreneur Eric Hovde as the most capable Republican candidate to unseat Sen. Tammy Baldwin in Wisconsin's U.S. Senate election. Hovde is praised by Trump and is running against several other Republicans in the primary election.
Key Points
- Trump endorses Eric Hovde as the best candidate against Sen. Baldwin
- Hovde is praised by Trump and supported by a strong coalition
- Battleground state Wisconsin's primary election on Aug. 13
Pros
- Trump's endorsement could boost Hovde's campaign
- Hovde previously endorsed by Trump for the presidency
- Effort to unseat Sen. Baldwin and potentially affect Senate majority control
Cons
- Democratic Party branding Hovde as 'out-of-touch megamillionaire'
- Accusations of potential support for controversial policies