Republican Montana Governor Greg Gianforte Endorses Tim Sheehy for Senate

In a significant development, Republican Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has officially endorsed former Navy SEAL and businessman Tim Sheehy as a candidate for Senate, poised to challenge Democratic Senator Jon Tester in the upcoming 2024 elections.

Governor Gianforte’s endorsement comes shortly after Sheehy’s official announcement of his Senate candidacy on Tuesday, and amidst potential competition from Republican Representative Matt Rosendale.

This endorsement follows Sheehy’s recent backing from prominent figures such as National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) Chairman Senator Steve Daines of Montana, Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee, Senator Tom Cotton of Arkansas, and Senator Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma, as stated in a campaign press release.

“Tim Sheehy is a good friend, and I’m glad he decided to run for the U.S. Senate,” Gianforte said in a statement. “Tim’s business experience and commitment to public service is what we need in Washington. I know that Tim Sheehy will serve Montana well in the U.S. Senate, and he has my full support.”

After serving in Afghanistan post-9/11, Sheehy founded an aerial firefighting company and a ranching operation, according to his campaign launch video. The former Navy SEAL pledges to “restore American greatness” through strengthening the economy, creating more jobs and reducing inflation.

“Whether it was in war or business, I see problems and solve them. America needs conservative leaders who love our country, and that’s why I’m running for the United States Senate,” Sheehy said in the video. “I want to create a better future for my kids, and your children and grandchildren. Our campaign is about service, God and country, not politics as usual.”

Rosendale, who ran against Tester in 2018 and lost by 3.5 points, is weighing another Senate bid and currently leads Sheehy by more than 50 points in a head-to-head matchup, according to a June 19-20 Public Policy Polling survey. The same poll indicates the congressman also has a 67% favorability rating in Montana, while Sheehy only has 10% support.

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