Donald Trump Jr. Clarifies Social Media Post on Georgia Gubernatorial Candidates

Donald Trump Jr. praised Georgia gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson in a social media post on June 15, 2026, but stated it was not an endorsement for Jackson, who is running against Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, endorsed by his father, former President Donald Trump. The post was made ahead of the Republican primary runoff election scheduled for June 16, 2026, after neither candidate received more than 50% of the vote in the previous primary. Trump Jr. highlighted Jackson's contributions to the 'Make America Great Again' movement but emphasized that his comments were not an endorsement of either candidate. He reiterated that both candidates represent the MAGA movement. Jones has received support from Trump and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, who endorsed him just two days before the runoff. Trump has a strong record of endorsements in the midterm elections, although he has also experienced some recent losses.