Trump-Endorsed Michigan Candidate Loses To Rival Who Stopped Campaigning
Thomas J. Smith's lead exceeds the estimated number of remaining ballots, leaving Amir Hassan with no path to victory.
Republican presidential endorsee Amir Hassan faces a loss in Michigan's 8th Congressional District primary, as rival Thomas J. Smith, who suspended his campaign and backed another candidate, emerges victorious. Hassan, a Flint native and former federal law enforcement officer, garnered 33.2% of the votes while Smith secured 50.4%.
Al Lemmo came in third, amassing 16.4%. Smith, leading by over 10,600 votes, outpaced Hassan by the projected vote count. President Trump had praised Hassan's endorsement record but expressed skepticism about media coverage of the loss, stating he was 28-1 on his endorsements that day. Hassan acknowledged the setback, expressing gratitude for his year-long campaign and leaning on his faith as he moves forward.
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