Trump Withdraws Support for GOP Congressman Opposing Tariffs

President Trump announced on Saturday the withdrawal of his endorsement of Representative Jeff Hurd of Colorado due to Hurd's opposition to the tariffs imposed by the administration. This move endangers the Republican hold of Hurd’s seat amid challenges in the upcoming midterm elections. Trump declared on social media that any Republican supporting the tariff lift would face serious consequences in both the general elections and primaries. Hurd had aligned with Democrats in voting to cancel tariffs on Canada, an action seen as an assertion of Congressional authority. Trump's decision to support Hurd's primary challenger, Hope Scheppelman, could split the Republican vote due to her controversial past and extreme views.