Trump Endorses Conroy in Ohio's 1st Congressional District GOP Primary

Former president backs Republican challenger to unseat Democratic incumbent Greg Landsman.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 8:51pm

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Former President Donald Trump has endorsed Eric Conroy in the crowded Republican primary to challenge Democratic Rep. Greg Landsman for Ohio's 1st Congressional District seat. Trump announced his endorsement of Conroy on his Truth Social platform, stating that Conroy "will NEVER let you down!"

Why it matters

Trump's endorsement carries significant weight within the Republican party and could provide a major boost to Conroy's campaign as he seeks to unseat the incumbent Landsman. The 1st District race is expected to be highly competitive, with both parties viewing it as a key battleground.

The details

Trump posted his endorsement of Conroy on the afternoon of April 14, 2026, describing the Republican challenger as having his "Complete and Total Endorsement" to represent Ohio's 1st Congressional District. Conroy is running in a crowded GOP primary to take on Landsman, the Democratic incumbent.

  • Trump posted his endorsement of Conroy on April 14, 2026.

The players

Donald Trump

The former president of the United States, who maintains significant influence within the Republican party.

Eric Conroy

The Republican challenger seeking to unseat Democratic Rep. Greg Landsman in Ohio's 1st Congressional District.

Greg Landsman

The Democratic incumbent serving as the U.S. Representative for Ohio's 1st Congressional District.

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What they’re saying

“Eric Conroy has my Complete and Total Endorsement to be the next Representative from Ohio's 1st Congressional District — HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!”

— Donald Trump, Former President

What’s next

The Republican primary in Ohio's 1st District is expected to be highly competitive, with Conroy now having Trump's backing as he seeks to emerge from the crowded field and take on Landsman in the general election.

The takeaway

Trump's endorsement of Conroy in the Ohio 1st District GOP primary underscores the former president's continued influence within the Republican party and his willingness to wade into key congressional races across the country.