Trump backed candidates rock the primary elections
Voters across various states including Ohio, North Dakota, Nevada, South Carolina, and Maine recently participated in key primary elections and other pivotal contests, each with significant implications for the upcoming general elections. Not every race drew the spotlight, but several contests were particularly noteworthy due to their competitive nature and political ramifications.
We did it – You, Lowcountry voters did it! A thousand times over – THANK YOU!🇺🇸#LowcountryFirst pic.twitter.com/z7Cr5yKWpF
— Nancy Mace (@NancyMace) June 12, 2024
In Ohio, the focus was on the district that includes East Palestine. Here, the Republican candidate Michael Rulli narrowly defeated his Democratic opponent, Michael Kripchak, in a special election. Rulli, who already serves as a state senator, captured approximately 54.7% of the votes. This election gained extra attention due to the district’s recent experience with a significant train derailment, yet Rulli’s win solidified the GOP’s majority in the House of Representatives.
In South Carolina, Rep. Nancy Mace triumphed in a fiercely contested Republican primary against Catherine Templeton, an attorney backed by former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Mace, who was endorsed by former President Donald Trump, secured a strong lead early in the count, eventually winning with nearly 98% of the vote counted. Her district, which had become more Republican following recent redistricting, shows her poised for success in the November election.
Congratulations to Trump endorsed William Timmons who just won the South Carolina District 4 Republican House primary. pic.twitter.com/XZbZWlPtfg
— Seahorse (@ShakesandBerry) June 12, 2024
Another notable victory in South Carolina involved Rep. William Timmons, who overcame opposition from Adam Morgan, a prominent figure in the state’s Freedom Caucus. Despite the internal party challenges and endorsements from significant conservative figures for Morgan, Timmons’ victory highlighted ongoing divisions within the GOP.
In Nevada, late-night results announced victories for several Republican candidates who are eyeing to challenge incumbent Democrats. Drew Johnson, a policy expert with roots in rural Appalachia, and Mark Robertson, a retired U.S. Army colonel and local businessman, each won their respective GOP primaries. These victories are seen as crucial for the Republican party’s strategy to regain control in swing districts.
Six-in-ten Ohio voters — including 13% of Democrats — say they were "BETTER OFF" under President Trump pic.twitter.com/uidp3eo7CZ
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) June 12, 2024
Maine’s Second District saw Austin Theriault, a former NASCAR driver, winning the Republican primary by a substantial margin. His unique background and a strong endorsement from Trump played significant roles in his victory. This district, known for its rural conservative leanings, has been a focal point for the Republicans, aiming to flip it in the upcoming elections.
In North Dakota, Rep. Kelly Armstrong secured the Republican nomination for governor, solidifying his position for the November elections in a state that has predominantly voted Republican in past cycles.
If November is free and fair, the Republicans are set to decimate the Democrat Party all across America.
Major Points
- Michael Rulli won a closely watched special election in Ohio’s district that includes East Palestine, reinforcing the GOP’s House majority.
- Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina defeated a primary challenger backed by former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, solidifying her position for the November election.
- Rep. William Timmons overcame a challenge from a Freedom Caucus leader in South Carolina, highlighting internal GOP divisions.
- In Nevada, Republicans Drew Johnson and Mark Robertson secured victories in their respective primaries, aiming to challenge incumbent Democrats in swing districts.
- Austin Theriault, a former NASCAR driver, won the Maine GOP primary significantly, with his sights set on flipping a historically Democratic district.
Kirk Volo – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
