The Palin star has been down since it launched the Conservative base and became known in 2008 as a running mate for GOP presidential candidate, the late Senator John McCain. Palin is now one of more than 50 candidates seeking to replace the late Congressman Don Young (R-Alaska) in Congress. Young had represented the state for almost half a century until his death last month. Palin last ran in the by-elections in 2006, when she first won the Alaska governor. He resigned abruptly in 2009 and has not held public office since. However, Trump appeared to be all-in when he backed up Sunday night, describing Palin as a “wonderful patriot” and a “true America First fighter.” In a Trump-style manner, he also targeted anonymous enemies from McCain’s old campaign, whom he described as “very bad, stupid and jealous people.” Trump also noted that Palin had supported him during his 2016 presidential campaign. The last point may have been the most important of all to gain his support. “One of the key factors in securing Trump’s ratification was, and always should be, faith,” said Korey Lewandowski, a former director of Trump’s campaign. “Sarah Palin was with Donald Trump in 2016 when she was running for the Republican nomination. He never forgot that. “ The first round of special elections to replace Yang takes place on June 11. The top four candidates, regardless of party affiliation, then advance to a run-off on August 16th. However, given Trump’s high profile support, Palin’s performance will be seen as a substitute for the former president’s influence within the Republican Party. Trump is backed by a number of Republican primary candidates, many of whom have traveled to the Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida to pay their respects. On the other hand, the indifferent performance of some of the candidates approved by Trump raised doubts about the political crisis and the power of the former president. His support for former Sen. David Perdio (R-Ga.) Against incumbent Governor Brian Kemp (R) in Georgia has not changed much in the fight. A Fox News poll last month found Kemp 11 points ahead of Republican voters. Similar questions have been swirling around MP Ted Bund (RN.C.), whom Trump approved in a snap-election in the Tar Heel State. Former Governor Pat McCrory (R) seems to have the advantage there. Sean Parnell, Trump’s candidate in the Pennsylvania Senate primary, suspended his campaign late last year amid a tumultuous battle over custody of his estranged wife. And last month, Trump canceled his support for MP Mo Brooks (R-Ala.) In the Alabama Senate by-election – which in turn prompted Brooks to speak out against Trump’s calls to overturn his election. 2020. Gather all the evidence together, and Trump critics say it shows that a once-dominant figure is losing his mojo. A former GOP lawmaker who criticizes Trump has argued that “he is a reduced figure. “That does not mean it is not dangerous – especially in Republican primary – but it has decreased.” The former congressman said Trump’s speeches tended to be stronger when they were negative – criticizing a candidate for alleged infidelity – than when they took the positive form of an approval. “Approval does not mean as much as most people think,” he said. “The biggest issue is whether it comes out against you.” However, pro-Trump figures within the party dispute that assessment. For a start, they ask why so many candidates are so zealously competing for Trump’s approval, if that does not mean much. They also note that his electoral average is strong, suggesting that his critics are disproportionately focusing on a handful of stagnant supporters. This is not a completely hollow argument. A recent CBS News report noted that Trump has backed nearly 130 candidates in this constituency. “Trump’s 2022 started off strong in the Texas primary, with his 33 candidates winning or running for second place in strong positions,” CBS reported. There is, however, a degree of concern even in the Trump circle about the huge number of approvals it has made and the sometimes random decision-making around them. “Donald Trump has backed a huge number of candidates – probably too many. “There is no doubt that some will lose,” said a GOP general who has been a vocal supporter of the former president. Trump’s critics are much more angry, both his applause in general and Palin’s choice. “Like most things the former president does, it is scanty and completely reactionary,” said Susan del Percio, referring to Palin’s support. Del Percio is a Republican general but an ardent critic of Trump. “He does not think well about the facts.” Del Percio also argued that Trump’s support, while valuable in some Republican primary elections, could haunt candidates in general elections in rival states or regions. He likened the former president’s support to “an anchor in the neck of any candidate” in this scenario. Trump is sensitive to any suggestion that he supports the wrong horses or that his support is less than vital. He hinted strongly at a third presidential campaign in 2024. Maintaining apparent dominance over his party is crucial to this quest. His domestic opponents and GOP critics will attack any failures. Red Cross rescue workers released after Mariupol arrest: ‘Great relief’ Vulnerable Democrats prepare to raise borders But there is still no sign that the stream of candidates seeking his approval has dried up. “The truth is that the number one determinant of a candidate’s electoral success in the Republican primary is the support of Donald Trump,” Lewandowski insisted. Memo is a column referenced by Niall Stanage. The Hill has removed its comment section, as there are many other forums for readers to participate in the discussion. We invite you to join the discussion on Facebook and Twitter.
