As David Hogg, the DNC vice-chairman, channels millions towards supporting older Democrats in strong Blue Districts, it seems that the Senate Republican campaign team is opting for a different approach compared to mid-2026.
“It’s crucial that no one prioritizes personal goals over the president’s legacy, especially those, like John Ossoff, who are calling for President Trump to be removed,” Joanna Rodriguez, the communications director for the National Republican Senate Committee (NRSC), remarked to Fox News Digital on Thursday.
She elaborated that both leader John Thune and Chairman Tim Scott have emphasized the NRSC’s primary aim: protecting President Trump’s majority in the Senate. They believe that Mike Rogers and John Cornyn are the most suitable candidates for their respective races.
This conversation arises in the context of former Michigan Congressman vying for Senator Gary Peters’s seat and the challenges that incumbent Texas Senators might face.
Interestingly, the Senate didn’t oppose Trump’s national emergency regarding tariffs, showcasing a divide among Republicans.
Rep. Bill Huizenga and President Trump, on the left; Hogg on the right (Getty)
During a recent conference call, NRSC officials reportedly advised donors that if they want to support Senate races in Michigan and Texas, they should focus solely on Rogers and Cornyn. This was noted by Axios.
NRSC representatives, when contacted, didn’t deny this account from Fox News Digital.
In Michigan, Rep. Bill Huizenga is considering a run for Peters’s seat. Similarly, Wesley Hunt, a Republican from Texas, appears to be gearing up for a campaign in his state.
Brendan Jaspers, NRSC Political Bureau Director, mentioned that substantial donors should avoid backing any candidates other than Rogers and Cornyn—unless they aim to maintain a seat for the majority representation of Republicans.
A spokesperson for Huizenga remarked to Fox News Digital, “Michigan voters hold the ultimate power.” They noted receiving feedback from grassroots activists, significant Republican donors, and voters, all searching for alternatives. It seems, unfortunately, that Washington insiders may prefer more predictable candidates, regardless of their track record.
Fox News Digital also reached out to the DNC for Hogg’s perspective on how Republicans are crafting their campaign strategies in contrast to his own.
“Republicans seem genuinely scared of losing seats because of their unpopular agenda, so their leaders are discouraging House members from pursuing major offices,” a DNC spokesperson commented to Fox News Digital.
“It appears Republicans fear losing elections while they advance budget proposals that cut essential programs to fund billionaire tax breaks.”
Hogg’s strategy has drawn criticism from certain party veterans, including James Carville, a close associate of Bill Clinton. However, Carville softened his criticism, drawing a comparison between Hogg and Ulysses S. Grant, referencing a well-known story about President Lincoln defending Grant during the 1862 Battle of Shiloh.
For this report, Hunt’s office was unavailable for comment.
