Trump specifically cited in pulling the nomination the need to protect House Republicans’ slim majority rather than any problem with Stefanik herself.
The House has key votes coming up on Trump’s agenda, and the GOP could not afford to let Stefanik’s seat remain vacant — there have been reports that Gov. Kathy Hochul (D-NY) planned to delay a special election to replace her for as long as legally possible — or fall to the Democrats.
Republicans are panicked by polling showing a special congressional election in Florida next week too close for comfort. A private poll taken by a top Trump 2024 strategist has GOP candidate Randy Fine trailing after enjoying a 12-point lead in February.
Trump carried this congressional district by 30 points last year. He
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