(Troy Downing for Montana)
Downing, the state's auditor, faced a large pool of GOP opposition, including a former congressman, Denny Rehberg.
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Former President Trump endorsed Downing on Monday, just one day before Tuesday's primary.
Montana State Auditor Troy Downing served two combat tours in Afghanistan. (Troy Downing for Montana)
"Troy Downing is running to represent the fantastic people of Montana’s 2nd Congressional District. As Montana’s very popular State Auditor, Troy is a Combat Veteran and successful entrepreneur who knows how to create jobs, protect our Military, and represent Montana values in Congress," Trump posted on his Truth Social account.
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"Troy will fight to Lower Inflation, Secure our Border, Champion American Energy Independence, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment. Troy Downing has my Complete and Total Endorsement!"
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