Trump Endorses Rep. Blake Moore for Utah’s 2nd Congressional District

The president backs the House Republican Conference vice chairman, citing Moore's work on tax cuts, energy policy, and border security as part of the America First agenda.

UTAH — Donald J.Trump posted on Truth Social on June 17, 2026 at 9:07 PM EST, endorsed Congressman Blake Moore for re-election in Utah’s 2nd Congressional District in a post on Truth Social on June 17, 2026, by mentioning the source (see truthsocial). Trump described the endorsement as his “Complete and Total Endorsement” and praised Moore’s role as Vice Chairman of the House Republican Conference, calling him instrumental in advancing the administration’s legislative priorities. Moore, who has served in Congress representing northern Utah, was credited by Trump with working to cut taxes and regulations, promote domestic manufacturing, expand American energy production, secure the southern border, and protect Second Amendment rights. “He is working hard to Grow our Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Unleash American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our Border SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Strengthen our Military/Veterans, and Protect our always under siege Second Amendment,” Trump wrote in the post. The endorsement underscores Trump’s continued influence within the Republican Party as the 2026 midterm election cycle intensifies. In the last 30 days alone, 92 of Trump’s 657 Truth Social posts have focused on the sub-topic of 2024 and 2026 elections and candidate endorsements, reflecting a sustained effort to shape the GOP congressional slate ahead of November. Trump’s backing is widely viewed as a decisive factor in Republican primaries, particularly in conservative-leaning districts such as Utah’s 2nd. Moore’s leadership position within the House Republican Conference places him among the party’s top messengers in Congress, and the presidential endorsement could further consolidate his standing in a district where Trump remains popular. The endorsement also signals alignment between the White House and House Republican leadership on core policy goals including energy dominance, immigration enforcement, and fiscal conservatism as lawmakers prepare for the next legislative session.

Source: Zenger analysis

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