In the upcoming 2026 elections, multiple Republican candidates are contesting without endorsements from former President Donald Trump. This includes House incumbents like Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) and David Valadao (R-CA), who are in competitive races. Trump's lack of endorsements extends to several Senate races in states such as Colorado and Illinois, where GOP candidates are struggling against Democratic incumbents. Trump's current low approval rating may impact the effectiveness of his endorsements.
Key facts
- Trump has not endorsed several Republican candidates in the 2026 elections.
- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) is running without Trump's endorsement.
- Rep. David Valadao (R-CA) is also without Trump's endorsement in a toss-up race.
- Trump has not endorsed candidates in nine Senate races across Democratic-leaning states.
- Trump's approval rating is currently at 36%, according to a recent poll.
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