Republican Rivals Fight for Trump Endorsement in House Primary

Sept. 24, 2025, 9:30 AM UTC

The White House is closely monitoring a competitive Indiana primary where President Donald Trump’s endorsement could secure another term for the sitting incumbent or give the seat to a state lawmaker seeking to tie himself to Trump.

The White House political team met last month with Indiana state Rep. Craig Haggard, who is set to square off with current Rep. Jim Baird in a Republican primary to determine who is on the ballot in Indiana’s 4th Congressional District. Baird, who has been in the seat since 2019, beat his Democratic opponent 65% to 31% in 2024, meaning whoever wins the ...

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