Little Rock, Arkansas – Former President Donald Trump has thrown his full support behind Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders as she campaigns for re-election, calling her a “highly respected” leader and praising her record in office.
The endorsement came Sunday through a message Trump posted on his Truth Social platform, where he highlighted Sanders’ work both in his administration and as Arkansas’s chief executive. Trump’s statement was characteristically emphatic, underscoring his admiration for the state and his continued backing of one of his most loyal political allies.
“Sarah Huckabee Sanders is doing an incredible job as Governor of Arkansas, a State I love and WON BIG in 2016, 2020, and 2024! In my First Administration, Sarah strongly advocated for our America First Agenda as White House Press Secretary,” Trump wrote. “Now, Sarah is a very distinguished and highly respected Governor, who is fighting tirelessly to Protect Arkansas Values, Grow the Economy, Champion our Amazing Farmers and Ranchers, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Cut Taxes and Regulations, Advance American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our now very Secure Border, SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Support our Brave Military, Veterans, and Law Enforcement, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment.”
Trump concluded his post with a ringing endorsement, declaring, “Sarah Huckabee Sanders has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election — SHE WILL NOT LET YOU DOWN!”
Governor Sanders responded shortly afterward with a message of gratitude, reaffirming her alignment with Trump’s policies and political message. “Thank you, President Trump! It’s an honor to have your endorsement, and Arkansas stands with you in the fight to Make America Great Again,” she said.
The endorsement solidifies Trump’s continued influence in Arkansas politics, where he remains widely popular among Republican voters. Sanders, who served as White House press secretary from 2017 to 2019, has long been considered one of Trump’s closest political allies. Since taking office as governor in 2023, she has advanced many of the priorities that align closely with Trump’s “America First” platform, including tax cuts, energy expansion, and education reform.
Political observers say the endorsement comes at a crucial moment as Sanders looks to secure a second term. With her strong standing among conservatives and Trump’s backing, she is expected to enter the race with significant momentum.
The partnership between Trump and Sanders has been one of mutual loyalty since their time in Washington. Sanders often defended the former president amid intense national scrutiny during her tenure as press secretary. Trump’s endorsement now underscores that bond — one that continues to resonate deeply in Arkansas politics.
As campaign season begins to take shape, the endorsement is likely to strengthen Sanders’ standing among Republican voters and solidify her as one of Trump’s most prominent allies leading a red state in the South.
