President Trump Endorses Ryan Elijah as Florida Republican Nominee After Cory Mills Defeated in Primary
President Trump endorsed Ryan Elijah as the new Republican nominee for Florida's congressional seat following Elijah's victory over Cory Mills in a primary race. Despite having received a "Complete and Total Endorsement" from President Trump, Cory Mills faced significant scrutiny over allegations of sexual misconduct, campaign finance violations, and a series of personal controversies. President Trump urged Cory Mills to drop out of the race before the primary, but the congressman refused to stay in the race despite the mounting pressure. While Cory Mills has denied any wrongdoing regarding the allegations, he has faced criticism for his military record and business dealings. Ryan Elijah, a former news anchor, successfully navigated the primary to secure the endorsement of several other Florida Republicans. The administration announced that Ryan Elijah will now advance as the candidate, with President Trump highlighting Elijah as a candidate who stands for everything MAGA.