Alabama Sen. Katie Britt endorses Trump ahead of GOP debate

Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) endorsed former President Trump for the Republican nomination for president in 2024 on Wednesday, as the other candidates in the race are set to face off in her home state. 

In an op-ed published ahead of the fourth GOP debate, which Trump is skipping, Britt said Trump has proven that he is capable of handling the job as president, improving security at the U.S. southern border and achieving “peace through strength.”

“And that’s why President Donald Trump has my endorsement to be our 47^th President,” Britt said. “Results matter – and the results of his strong leadership as the 45th President of the United States are clear for all to see. These past three years have felt like an eternity, but I’m sure you recall how much better off we were under the Trump Administration.” 

Britt pointed to lower gas prices and costs for eggs and milk during Trump’s presidency as evidence of his “policies at work.” She noted that the Trump administration cut taxes and reduced regulations and argued that he secured the border, fought for fair trade, made communities safer and “unleashed” U.S. “energy dominance.” 

“That’s why President Trump is dominating in the polls and why his insurmountable lead only continues to grow as primary dates draw closer,” she said. 

Britt’s endorsement came ahead of the Tuscaloosa, Ala., debate that will feature Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy and former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie. Trump is skipping the fourth debate in a row, instead attending a private fundraiser. 

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Trump has already secured endorsements from the rest of Alabama’s Republican congressional delegation, including Britt’s fellow Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R). Britt was the last one who had yet to make an endorsement. 

Trump has built up a significant lead over his GOP rivals toward establishing himself as the clear front-runner in the race. He also has attained many more congressional endorsements than any of the other Republican candidates. 

“For our future – for the ability of the next generation to fulfill the promise that is the American Dream – it’s time to ensure President Biden only gets one term. Now, let’s come together and move forward towards November 2024,” Britt said.

Trump also secured endorsements on Tuesday from North Dakota Sens. Kevin Cramer (R) and John Hoeven (R), who had previously backed North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum.

Burgum dropped out of the race on Monday after failing to gain traction in the polls.

Updated: 1:39 p.m. ET