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Trump reverses course in Colorado House race, backing GOP incumbent he once scorned

Trump withdrew his support for Scheppelman and again endorsed Hurd, changing the course of the Republican primary.

Trump reverses course in Colorado House race, backing GOP incumbent he once scorned
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Donald Trump reversed his earlier opposition to Rep. Jeff Hurd and endorsed him in Colorado’s 3rd District race after Hope Scheppelman agreed to suspend her campaign. Hurd thanked Trump, while Democrat Alex Kelloff said the announcement showed his campaign’s work was gaining traction.

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President who reversed his endorsement in the Colorado House race

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Speaker of the House

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Trump Renews Endorsement of Jeff Hurd as Primary Challenger Drops Bid

President Donald Trump again endorsed Rep. Jeff Hurd in Colorado’s 3rd District Republican primary, and Hope Scheppelman withdrew from the race. Trump said he had persuaded her to leave the contest. Center outlets focus on the endorsement reversal and Scheppelman’s departure, with some also highlighting Trump’s offer of an administration role and the effect on the race.

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