What to watch in Tuesday's primaries as Trump's endorsement is put to the test
The upcoming primaries will test the influence of former President Donald Trump on Republican candidates. Key races in states like Kentucky and Georgia will reveal whether candidates who oppose Trump can survive. Additionally, Democratic candidates in Pennsylvania are also facing challenges as they seek to solidify their positions ahead of the fall elections.
- ▪Trump's endorsement power is being tested in several Republican primaries across the country.
- ▪Rep. Thomas Massie faces a Trump-backed challenger in Kentucky, highlighting the consequences of crossing the former president.
- ▪In Georgia, Trump supports Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in a contentious gubernatorial race against a billionaire candidate.
7 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 27 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 3 lean left, 1 centre, 1 lean right.
- ▪ Trump’s grip on the GOP on display in Kentucky as primaries are held in six states, in photos - AP News — Google News
- ▪ WATCH: Primaries in 6 states test Trump’s grip on the GOP — ABC News — Top
- ▪ Trump’s ‘worst’ Republican critic loses most expensive House primary ever — International homepage
- ▪ Kentucky primary tests Trump's hold on Republican base — France 24 (EN)
- ▪ Six states hold primaries on Tuesday, testing Trump's influence — NPR — Politics
- ▪ Trump’s Grip on the GOP Holds — The Dispatch
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onWhat to watch in Tuesday's primaries as Trump's endorsement is put to the testIs there a future in politics for Republicans who buck President Donald TrumpByJONATHAN J. COOPER Associated Press and STEVE PEOPLES Associated PressMay 19, 2026, 12:13 AM1:48President Donald Trump gestures to reporters as he walks across the South Lawn of the White House, Friday, May 15, 2026, in Washington, on return from Beijing where he met with China's President Xi Jinping.
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