Trump Endorses Brad Knott for Re-Election in North Carolina
Trump backs first-term Republican Representative Brad Knott against Democratic challenger Paul Barringer as the party fights to maintain control of the U.S. House of Representatives.
WASHINGTON D.C. — Donald J. Trump endorsed first-term Republican Rep. Brad Knott for re-election in North Carolina’s 13th Congressional District against Democratic challenger Paul Barringer.
Here is the full post on truthsocial: “Congressman Brad Knott is a terrific Representative for the incredible people of North Carolina’s 13th Congressional District! As a former Criminal Prosecutor, Brad knows the Wisdom and Courage necessary to uphold our Constitution, and ensure LAW AND ORDER. A true America First Patriot, Brad is fighting tirelessly to Strengthen our Military, Care for our Brave Veterans, Stand with our Incredible Law Enforcement, Keep our now very Secure Border, SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Grow our Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Advance American Energy DOMINANCE, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment. Brad’s opponent, Paul Barringer, is a Radical Left Democrat who is opposed to NO TAX ON TIPS, NO TAX ON OVERTIME, and NO TAX ON SOCIAL SECURITY and, if he and the Dumocrats ever got in, all of these things will be terminated. He wants massive Tax Increases, Open Borders, Men playing in Women’s Sports, and Transgender Mutilization of your Children. Paul Barringer is Reckless, Radical, and Dangerous! Brad Knott has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election. GET OUT AND VOTE FOR BRAD — HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN! Trump https://swampthevoteusa.com/north-carolina/” on November 3, 2026 at 8:09 AM ET.
This is Trump’s 45th message released today, and the last post was 0 minutes ago, and it is not part of a thread. On average, Trump produces 18 posts per day since his inauguration on January 20, 2025. The move fits a broader pattern in Trump’s recent messaging, with 672 of his 1162 posts over the last 30 days classified as Elections posts.
Knott is serving his first term in the U.S. House of Representatives, according to knott.house.gov. The endorsement arrived on Election Day as Republicans fight to maintain control of the chamber. Trump directed his supporters to a state voting information page by mentioning the source (see swampthevoteusa).
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