Trump’s Endorsements Lead To Impressive String of GOP Primary Wins

Tuesday’s wave of primary elections underscored the continued influence of President Donald Trump within the Republican Party, as several candidates backed by the former president secured victories in major races across the South.

The results also helped shape a series of general election matchups that could test whether Democrats are able to capitalize on Trump’s low approval ratings in traditionally Republican-leaning states.

In Alabama, retiring Sen. Tommy Tuberville won the Republican nomination for governor, setting up a high-profile general election contest against former Sen. Doug Jones, who emerged from Tuesday’s Democratic primary.