JUST IN: Trump Scores Huge Senate Endorsement

In a significant boost to former President Donald J. Trump’s 2024 bid, Senator Mike Braun of Indiana has officially endorsed him for President of the United States.

Taking to social media on Monday to make the announcement, Senator Braun tweeted, “I am proud to endorse the ultimate outsider @realDonaldTrump for President of the United States!” The endorsement was accompanied by a detailed statement, highlighting the shared vision and accomplishments of both Braun and Trump during their time in office.

Mike Braun, who described himself as a “Main Street Entrepreneur and political outsider,” emphasized the challenges he has witnessed firsthand in Washington, D.C., where he believes the establishment often works against the interests of everyday Americans, particularly those from his home state of Indiana.

Drawing parallels between his own political journey and that of Trump, Braun recalled their combined efforts in “taking on the Washington swamp” during the 2018 Indiana Senate race, which resulted in a historic victory. He lauded their joint achievements, particularly in appointing constitutional conservatives to the Supreme Court.

I am proud to endorse the ultimate outsider @realDonaldTrump for President of the United States! pic.twitter.com/k1NW3qp4aP

— Mike Braun (@braun4indiana) September 18, 2023

These justices, according to Braun, have been instrumental in upholding values dear to many conservatives, such as protecting the rights of the unborn and safeguarding Second Amendment rights.

Braun has been a staunch supporter of Trump and his policies during his tenure in the Senate. During Trump’s first impeachment trial, Braun emerged as one of Trump’s most vocal defenders, frequently supporting him in media appearances. He voted to acquit Trump during the trial.

After Biden’s victory in the 2020 presidential election, Braun defended Trump’s attempts to question the election results. He also wrote an editorial criticizing the media for not taking accusations of voter fraud seriously.

Braun’s endorsement takes a swipe at the “cozy, self-serving Washington elites,” accusing them of jeopardizing the nation’s financial stability. He expressed confidence in Trump’s ability to steer the country back to the “America First” policies, which he believes brought unparalleled prosperity and security to the American populace during Trump’s tenure as president.

In his concluding remarks, Braun stated, “Donald Trump is the candidate capable of returning us to the America First policies that delivered unmatched prosperity and security for the American people. I give Donald Trump my endorsement for President of the United States.”

Recent endorsements and polls have indicated a surge in Trump’s popularity lately. The rise in support should pose a challenge to Joe Biden’s chances of securing a second term. Despite the legal challenges Trump faces, including federal and state criminal charges related to his alleged efforts to overturn Biden’s 2020 election victory and alleged mishandling of classified documents, he remains a strong political contender.

Another concerning trend for the Biden administration is the potential loss of support from independent voters. Biden had decisively won this demographic in the 2020 elections. However, the recent trends show Trump holding a slight lead among independents.

Last week, Trump overtook Biden in the RCP polling average, leading by a narrow margin of 0.4 percentage points, 44.8% to 44.4%. The shift comes amid various challenges the Biden administration is facing, including economic concerns, foreign policy issues, and the ongoing pandemic.