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Trump endorses Barr in Kentucky GOP Senate primary
Rep. Andy Barr has received an endorsement from Trump in the race for the Senate seat being vacated by Mitch McConnell. This endorsement may affect the Republican primary dynamics. (sources: thehill, washingtonpost, wlwt, nbcnews)
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Trump endorsed Rep. Andy Barr in the Republican primary for the Senate seat being vacated by Mitch McConnell. Trump also encouraged one of Barr's rivals to withdraw from the race.
- Andy Barr is a leading candidate in the primary to succeed Mitch McConnell.
- Barr entered the Senate race in April.
- Trump described Barr as a strong candidate and requested a rival to exit the race.
Why it matters
The endorsement could impact the Republican primary race in Kentucky.
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