Trump Endorses Justice in West Virginia Senate GOP Primary

The Republican governor of West Virginia endorsed Trump’s 2024 presidential bid in July.

Former President Donald Trump speaks to a crowd during a campaign rally in Summerville, S.C., on Sept. 25, 2023. Sean Rayford/Getty Images

Former President Donald Trump on Wednesday endorsed West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice, who is running a Senate GOP primary campaign.

The endorsement marks a setback for Rep. Alex Mooney (R-W.Va.) who is also vying for the U.S. Senate seat, and whom President Trump endorsed last year in a House race.