What’s Donald Trump’s midterm endorsement batting average?
Following myriad losses in Georgia, Trump's endorsement prowess came roaring back in primary elections, notching victories for Illinois state Sen. Darren Bailey and state Rep. Mary Miller. Both contenders were widely perceived as populists facing off against rivals who hewed closer to a more traditional Republican comportment.
Trump has eked out 145 wins and 11 losses so far, per the Washington Examiner's tally of his endorsement record as of June 30. His endorsements have ranged from safe bets on incumbents and uncontested contenders such as Sen. Tim Scott to riskier picks, such as Katie Arrington, who was unsuccessful in her primary challenge to Rep. Nancy Mace . At least 47 of his endorsement triumphs came from races that were not contested.REP.
The former president has also issued endorsements in foreign elections, supporting Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
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