Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) on Thursday endorsed businessman Nate Morris in the race to replace retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), giving Morris the support of another figure with close ties to President Trump.

In an exclusive statement to The Hill, Banks praised Morris as the "America First" candidate in the race who would back Trump’s agenda.

“Nate understands, just like I do, that America is the greatest country in the world and always worth fighting for,” Banks said. “Nate is the America First fighter we need in the Senate. President Trump needs more allies in the Senate, and Nate Morris will never let him........

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