Trump denies involvement in Texas election despite endorsement: ‘Somebody ran where?’

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President Donald Trump on Sunday denied he was involved in a Texas special election for a state Senate seat after reiterating his endorsement of the Republican candidate one day before the race.

In two Truth Social posts on Friday, Trump gave his “Complete and Total Endorsement” to conservative activist Leigh Wambsganss. Despite the president’s support, she ultimately lost the special runoff election for Texas State Senate District 9 to Democratic contender Taylor Rehmet on Saturday.

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