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Several Republican lawmakers have already come out in support of former President Donald Trump after he announced on Tuesday his intention to run for the White House in 2024.
Trump formally confirmed that he will mount a third presidential campaign in a speech to supporters at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida, following disappointing midterm elections for Republicans.
The announcement was met with celebration from some GOP members of Congress who offered their backing to the former president, who is now the only declared candidate in the race for the party's 2024 nomination. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is expected to be the other Republican presidential runner.
This is a developing story, and the list will be updated as more endorsements are made.
Andy Biggs
Representative Andy Biggs wrote on Twitter: "President Trump is the leader of the Republican Party. Let's Make America Great Again."
Paul Gosar
Representative Paul Gosar, a well-known supporter of former President Trump, tweeted Trump's campaign slogan "MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!" on Tuesday in what appeared to be an endorsement.
Lindsey Graham
Senator Lindsey Graham tweeted praise of Trump's speech that appeared to endorse his candidacy on Tuesday.
"If President Trump continues this tone and delivers this message on a consistent basis, he will be hard to beat," he wrote. "His speech tonight, contrasting his policies and results against the Biden Administration, charts a winning path for him in the primaries and general election."
Marjorie Taylor Greene
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, a longtime ally of the former president, also offered him her endorsement before Trump spoke at Mar-a-Lago on Tuesday evening.
"President Trump has my full endorsement and my support as our Republican nominee in 2024," Greene said in a video shared to Twitter.
Wesley Hunt
Wesley Hunt, the newly elected Republican congressman who will represent Texas' 38th district, offered Trump his support.
"Congratulations to President Trump on his announcement to become the 47th President of the United States. Our country is in a rapid decline thanks to Joe Biden and the Democrat Party. It's time to save America," Hunt tweeted.
Ronny Jackson
Representative Ronny Jackson, who served as White House physician during the Trump administration, also backed the former president's campaign.
"President Trump SAVED AMERICA once, and he's going to do it again! I think EVERYONE knows where I stand," Jackson tweeted. "I've had 45's back since DAY ONE, but just in case, I'm PROUD to OFFICIALLY ENDORSE President Trump in 2024! TRUMP 2024!! #Trump2024."
Kari Lake
Arizona gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake, who was endorsed by Trump but defeated by Democrat Katie Hobbs, backed the former president for re-election.
"President Trump announces his '24 Presidential run. He has my complete and total endorsement!" Lake tweeted.
Troy Nehls
"My friend Donald J. Trump has my complete and total endorsement for president in 2024," Representative Troy Nehls tweeted on Tuesday.
"He is the leader of the Republican Party, and we will make America great again!" Nehls wrote.
Elise Stefanik
Representative Elise Stefanik endorsed Trump days before his confirmation on Tuesday but after the former president had said he would make a major announcement.
"I am proud to endorse Donald J. Trump for President in 2024," Stefanik said in a statement on November 11. "It is time for Republicans to unite around the most popular Republican in America, who has a proven track record of conservative governance."
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