Staff Reports
In a major boost to former President Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) threw his support behind the former POTUS, sending a clear signal that the Republican Party is firmly behind Trump’s leadership. Scalise praised Trump’s previous tenure, declaring that American workers and families flourished under his presidency. With the Iowa caucuses just around the corner, the endorsement from Scalise provides a significant edge to Trump’s already substantial lead in the polls. It’s a safe bet to back Trump, as he is expected to secure the party’s nomination with ease, positioning himself against President Joe Biden in the upcoming election.
#BREAKING: Trump wins Steve Scalise endorsement in 2024 racehttps://t.co/qdgyLhNiiX
— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) January 2, 2024
Scalise boldly proclaimed, “In this race, there is one man who has a proven track record of being able to save our country and get us back on track: Donald Trump,” reaffirming his confidence in Trump’s abilities to steer the nation towards prosperity once again. The Louisiana congressman expressed his pride in endorsing Trump for the 2024 presidential race and eagerly anticipated collaborating with President Trump and a Republican-controlled House and Senate to champion the cause of families grappling with the repercussions of Biden’s faltering policies.
Highlighting Trump’s economic accomplishments, foreign policy achievements, and immigration stance, Scalise drew a stark comparison to Biden’s track record, asserting that Trump’s leadership fortified America. The robust endorsement from Scalise solidifies Trump’s standing within the Republican Party, following similar backing from other prominent figures, including Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) and House Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-NY).
In contrast, Trump’s competitors are lagging behind in garnering congressional support, with Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) and former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley only securing a handful of endorsements. With the first Republican nominating contest set to kick off in Iowa, Trump’s commanding lead in endorsements and polls underscores his formidable position as the GOP frontrunner, poised to take on the challenge of unseating Biden in the upcoming election.
