Former President Donald Trump endorsed former hedge fund CEO Dave McCormick in Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate race, despite blasting him two years earlier. Trump praised McCormick’s capabilities and dedication, emphasizing his position as the Republican Party nominee. McCormick, who is running unopposed in the GOP primary, is expected to face Democratic Sen. Bob Casey in a critical swing state race that could determine Senate control.
In the previous Senate race, Trump supported celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz over McCormick, citing the latter as the candidate of special interests and globalists. However, McCormick, who has now endorsed Trump, expressed gratitude for the endorsement on social media. The upcoming Senate election between McCormick and Casey is anticipated to be closely contested and costly, with Trump addressing the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel during a recent rally by expressing unwavering support for the latter.
At the rally, Trump criticized President Biden’s response to the conflict, with the crowd chanting “genocide Joe” to denounce Biden’s support for Israel. Trump’s remarks on U.S. backing for Israel and acknowledgment of the crowd’s sentiment reflect his continued involvement in shaping political discourse and influencing public opinion. The endorsement of McCormick signifies a strategic move by Trump to consolidate support within the Republican Party and strengthen efforts to secure victory in the upcoming Senate race in Pennsylvania.
