Trump-Backed Candidate Loses to Phantom Opponent in Primary Shocker

In a stunning primary upset, a Trump-endorsed candidate lost to a competitor who had already quit the race a month earlier - a humbling reminder that even the former president's endorsement doesn't guarantee victory. This loss raises serious questions about candidate vetting and the limits of Trump's political influence in certain races. The result suggests that local voters sometimes prioritize their own judgment over national political figures, regardless of their prominence.