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Trump pulls endorsement of Hurd, backs Scheppelman in CD3

Trump changed his endorsement in the Colorado district race, criticizing Hurd over his vote on tariffs.

Trump pulls endorsement of Hurd, backs Scheppelman in CD3
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This article1 analysis · Oct 10, 2026
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Donald Trump withdrew his endorsement of Rep. Jeff Hurd and endorsed Hope Scheppelman in Colorado’s 3rd District race, citing Hurd’s vote against a bill disapproving of Trump’s tariffs on Canada. Hurd defended his vote as an exercise of independent judgment, while Scheppelman welcomed Trump’s support.

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who withdrew his endorsement of Hurd and endorsed Scheppelman.

PRIMARY SUBJECT
Jeff Hurd
R · CO-3

Incumbent representative whose endorsement Trump withdrew after Hurd's vote on the tariff-related bill.

Hurd's version of this story ↗

Republican House candidate endorsed by Trump in Colorado's 3rd District race.

Scheppelman's version of this story ↗

Political figure mentioned in Scheppelman's statement.

Katie Boyd Britt
R · AL · SEN

Senator mentioned in Trump's account of his former endorsement of Mo Brooks.

Mo Brooks
Former U.S. Representative (R-AL)

Former congressman mentioned in Trump's comparison to an earlier withdrawn endorsement.

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Trump Withdraws Endorsement of Jeff Hurd

Outlets agree that Trump withdrew his endorsement of Colorado Rep. Jeff Hurd and backed his primary challenger, Hope Scheppelman, amid a dispute over tariffs. Center outlets connect the switch to Hurd’s tariff vote, often including his defense of it and its implications for the Colorado primary. Right-leaning outlets also link the switch to Hurd’s tariff position, with some stressing Trump’s criticism and the electoral stakes of opposing him.

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