The art of the endorsement: What goes into Trump’s primary picks

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Endorsements from former President Donald Trump have become the most coveted currency in Republican politics, often being the deciding factor in primaries.

Scoring a Trump endorsement is more complicated than simply praising or aligning with him, however, as seen by recent primaries in Nevada, Ohio, and Virginia. Trump has surprised many by choosing more centrist candidates, often in alignment with more establishment Republicans. The trend has led to tension among further right figures and candidates.

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