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Trump Withdraws Endorsement, Sparks GOP Rift Over Tariffs

2/22/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump withdrew his endorsement of Rep. Jeff Hurd (R-Colo.) on February 21, 2026 after Hurd voted to repeal tariffs on Canada.
Trump labeled Hurd a "RINO" and endorsed Hope Scheppelman, a Navy veteran, as his replacement.
The move followed a Supreme Court ruling limiting Trump's tariff authority.
Hurd's vote was one of six Republican dissenters, signaling a GOP rift and potential impact on the midterm elections.

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U.S. President Donald Trump withdrew his endorsement of Rep. Jeff Hurd (R-Colo.) on February 21, 2026 after Hurd voted to repeal tariffs on Canada.
Trump labeled Hurd a "RINO" and endorsed Hope Scheppelman, a Navy veteran, as his replacement.
The move followed a Supreme Court ruling limiting Trump's tariff authority.
Hurd's vote was one of six Republican dissenters, signaling a GOP rift and potential impact on the midterm elections.