President Donald Trump has made a last-minute endorsement in the Georgia Senate runoff, backing Mike Collins, a second-term congressman, over former football coach Derek Dooley in Tuesday's election.
The endorsement comes just days before the highly anticipated runoff, which is set to take place on Tuesday. Trump's support for Collins is the latest in a series of "MAGA" picks in Republican primaries.
As a congressman, Collins has represented Georgia's 10th congressional district since 2021. Prior to his election to Congress, Collins served in the Georgia State Senate from 2005 to 2011.
Collins' opponent, Derek Dooley, is a former football coach who has been a vocal advocate for conservative values. Dooley has been a resident of Georgia for over 20 years and has been involved in various community organizations throughout his career.
Trump's endorsement of Collins is seen as a significant boost to his campaign, given the president's continued influence over the Republican Party. The endorsement is also a testament to Trump's commitment to supporting candidates who align with his "America First" agenda.
The Georgia Senate runoff is one of several key elections taking place across the country in the coming weeks. The outcome of this election will have significant implications for the balance of power in the U.S. Senate.
Trump's endorsement of Collins is the latest in a series of high-profile endorsements made by the former president in recent months. Trump has also endorsed several other Republican candidates in key primaries, further cementing his influence over the party.
The outcome of the Georgia Senate runoff will be closely watched by political observers and analysts, who will be looking to see how Trump's endorsement impacts the outcome of the election.
