Overview
- Trump said Hope Scheppelman will exit the race and, with her husband, join his administration in roles still to be determined.
- He restored Hurd’s backing with a 'Complete and Total Endorsement' after withdrawing support last month over Hurd’s vote to rescind tariffs on Canada.
- With Scheppelman stepping aside, reporting indicates Hurd is set to run unopposed in the June 30 Republican primary.
- Hurd thanked Trump and said they share priorities such as securing the border, advancing American energy, and helping working families.
- Speaker Mike Johnson advocated for Hurd with the president, according to a source cited by NOTUS, as Republicans seek to keep the GOP-leaning seat.