Trump: Nate Morris to drop out, take US ambassador role
Lexington Herald Leader • • nation
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump has asked Nate Morris, a Lexington businessman and first-time U.S. Senate candidate in Kentucky, to withdraw from the Republican primary and accept an ambassador role in his administration.
- Trump praised Morris on Truth Social, describing him as a strong MAGA supporter and Oxford-educated, and indicated he would soon endorse another candidate for the Senate seat.
- Despite significant self-funding and support from PACs, including a $10 million donation from Elon Musk, Morris trailed behind Rep. Andy Barr and former state Attorney General Daniel Cameron in the primary race.
- Trump later announced his endorsement of Andy Barr over Daniel Cameron and Morris also endorsed Barr following his decision to join the administration.
- Morris confirmed he accepted the ambassador role, expressing pride in serving the Trump administration and advancing the America First agenda, while Trump's endorsement is considered influential in Kentucky where he previously won by a large margin.
