Rosendale Enters Montana Senate Race, Intensifies GOP Primary Battle

Republican Rep. Matt Rosendale's decision to run for U.S. Senate in Montana complicates the GOP's efforts to unseat Democrat Jon Tester, setting up a contentious primary against Tim Sheehy.

Republican Rep. Matt Rosendale announces bid for U.S. Senate in Montana, challenging the GOP's preferred candidate, Tim Sheehy.
Rosendale's entry into the race signals a bitter primary battle set for June 4, highlighting divisions within the Republican Party.
Rosendale, a staunch conservative and Trump supporter, previously lost to Tester in 2018 but maintains significant support within Montana.
Sheehy, a former Navy SEAL and political newcomer, has garnered support from national GOP leaders and prominent Montana Republicans.
Democrats in Montana anticipate the Sheehy-Rosendale primary will weaken the GOP's standing among voters.