President Donald Trump asked Republican voters on Friday to turn out for Sen. Darline Graham Nordone (R-SC) in next week’s special primary runoff and for other crucial races in the midterm elections, urging his voters to approach the election as though his name was at the top of the ballot.

Trump was in Myrtle Beach stumping for Graham Nordone ahead of Tuesday’s runoff against Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC). While delivering remarks to the crowd, the president acknowledged a challenge that has followed Republicans throughout his political career: translating the enthusiasm of his coalition to elections in which he is not a candidate.

Recommended Stories

Is a blue wave even possible? A way too early look at the midterm elections

Thune keeps leadership challenge talk at bay — but with a midterm question mark

Darline Graham debate make-or-break moment for Trump-backed nominee