Trump Endorses Sheehy Over Rosendale in High-Stakes Montana GOP Senate Primary

The endorsement highlights the Republican Party's strategic efforts to reclaim the Senate, with Montana seen as a critical battleground.

Rep. Matt Rosendale (R-Mont.) officially enters the Senate race, challenging Sen. Jon Tester (D-Mont.) and setting up a divisive GOP primary against Tim Sheehy.
Donald Trump endorses Tim Sheehy, a former Navy SEAL and political newcomer, over Rosendale, despite Rosendale's previous support for Trump.
The GOP primary battle in Montana is seen as crucial for Republicans' efforts to reclaim the Senate, with the state being a key target.
GOP leaders, including Sen. Steve Daines and former President Trump, have thrown their support behind Sheehy, highlighting the party's strategic efforts to select candidates they believe can win.
The primary race has sparked significant spending from both Republican and Democratic-aligned groups, indicating the high stakes of the Montana Senate seat.