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Sheehy links Tester to Biden in  RNC speech

July 20, 2024

On Tuesday evening, Tim Sheehy, a candidate for the U.S. Senate from Montana, took the stage at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee to deliver a speech urging the need to “save America.” Sheehy was among several GOP Senate hopefuls who addressed the convention, each aiming to bolster their campaigns and rally support.

Sheehy’s candidacy is particularly significant for the Republican Party this year, as Montana’s Senate seat is a key target in their quest to regain control of the Senate. The GOP sees flipping this seat as crucial to their broader strategy.

During his speech, Sheehy drew upon his background, emphasizing his military service and business experience. He highlighted his time as a Navy officer in Afghanistan and his role in leading Bridger Aerospace, a company specializing in aerial firefighting and other services. These credentials, he suggested, positioned him as a candidate who understands both leadership and the needs of Montanans.

In a pointed critique of his opponent, incumbent Senator Jon Tester, Sheehy attempted to tie Tester closely to President Joe Biden. “Jon Tester doesn’t represent Montanans,” Sheehy asserted. “He’s a rubber stamp for Biden’s failed presidency and extreme liberal agenda, and it’s time to retire them both.”

Sheehy also voiced his support for former President Donald Trump, underscoring Trump’s influence within the Republican Party and his backing of Sheehy during a pivotal moment in the primary. “I’m an optimist – you can’t jump out of planes at night into enemy territory if you’re not – and I truly believe America’s future will be better than our past,” Sheehy said. “But that future is not given, and we need political outsiders like President Trump to return common sense to our nation.”

Following Sheehy’s address, Senator Jon Tester responded swiftly. His campaign released a statement on social media that poked fun at Sheehy’s recent arrival in Montana compared to his own deep roots in the state. “I have farm equipment that’s been in Montana longer than Tim Sheehy,” Tester remarked. “He’s not the solution, he’s the problem.”

The event also saw the presence of other prominent Republican figures, including Senator Steve Daines of Montana, who is leading the national Republican Senate campaign effort. Daines is scheduled to speak at the convention later in the week, further emphasizing the importance the GOP places on winning the Senate race in Montana.

The convention in Milwaukee serves as a crucial platform for GOP candidates to present their vision and rally the party faithful as they gear up for the upcoming elections. For Sheehy, the event was an opportunity to introduce himself to a national audience, outline his credentials, and draw a stark contrast between his own vision and that of his opponent and the current administration.

By: DNU staff

Filed Under: Politics

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