Trump continues to issue endorsements across 2026 Republican primaries for Senate, House, and gubernatorial races, favoring incumbents in safer districts earlier in the cycle than in prior years. His picks have secured 97% of contested primaries to date, though recent setbacks—including losses for candidates in Minnesota, Michigan, Tennessee, Iowa, and Georgia—have coincided with declining approval ratings and questions about influence in crowded or special-election fields. A notable upcoming test is the August 25 South Carolina Senate runoff, where his early backing of Sen. Darline Graham faces a conservative challenger. Additional endorsements loom in Florida, Oklahoma, and Wyoming governor contests, with traders monitoring alignment on issues such as border security and primary field-clearing dynamics.