Trump endorses Ty Masterson for Kansas governor
President Donald Trump endorsed Kansas Senate President Ty Masterson for governor of Kansas on Sunday, formalizing support for the Trump-aligned candidate.
TL;DR
- President Donald Trump endorsed Kansas Senate President Ty Masterson for governor.
- Trump cited Masterson's record on the Second Amendment, tax cuts, and border security.
- Masterson has been linked to Trump's 2024 presidential campaign.
- Governor Laura Kelly is term-limited and cannot seek a third term.
- Trump-backed candidates have had recent electoral success.
- Senator Roger Marshall also endorsed Masterson.
- The primary election is in August, with Masterson among nine GOP candidates.
- Masterson is a former business owner from Andover.