Nasty upstate Republican primary tests power of Trump endorsement - Gothamist
A Republican congressional primary in upstate New York has become a focal point for testing the influence of Donald Trump's endorsement. Voters are choosing between a Trump-backed political newcomer and a party-supported candidate.
Why it matters
The race serves as a bellwether for the strength of Trump's endorsement power within the GOP and the tension between grassroots loyalty and party establishment preferences.
A non-profit newsroom, powered by WNYC. Gothamist Listen Live Donate News Nasty upstate Republican primary tests power of Trump endorsement By Jimmy Vielkind Published Jun 21, 2026
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