Retired Army Captain endorsed by Trump hopes to secure victory in Nevada GOP Senate primary

Retired Army Capt. Sam Brown is hoping that a late endorsement from former President Donald Trump will help him win the Nevada GOP Senate primary and gain momentum for the general election. The GOP sees this race as one of their best chances to pick up a Senate seat in a closely divided chamber. Brown, a Purple Heart recipient wounded in Afghanistan, has been considered the front-runner in the primary field. He faces incumbent Democratic Sen. Jacky Rosen in a swing-state Senate race. Democrats are defending more Senate seats this year, including in key states like Michigan, Arizona, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Nevada. Republicans are also aiming to win seats in Montana, Ohio, and West Virginia. Brown's campaign focuses on his military service and Christian faith, emphasizing his leadership skills learned in the Army. Trump endorsed Brown after teasing the endorsement for weeks. The primary race includes other candidates like Jim Marchant, known for election denialism, and Jeff Gunter, a pro-Trump dermatologist. Brown must navigate a crowded field of primary opponents who criticize him for skipping debates and being the establishment candidate. Nevada voters faced extreme heat while casting their ballots, with temperatures reaching above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. National Republicans are determined to avoid a repeat of their 2022 midterm performance and are backing Brown as their favored candidate.