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Montana Sen. Steve Daines abruptly withdrew his reelection bid minutes before the filing deadline, endorsing Kurt Alme as Tim Sheehy is positioned as a potential challenger and Donald Trump backs Alme; independent Seth Bodnar launched a campaign, highlighting a GOP-leaning race as Democrats remain sidelined with no statewide offices.
Montana Sen. Steve Daines announced he will not seek a third term and endorsed U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme to replace him, a move also supported by Donald Trump.
Senator Steve Daines of Montana shocked many by announcing he will not seek re-election in 2026 and endorsing Kurt Alme as his successor, a last‑minute move that effectively clears the field for Alme and could create a modest opening for Democrats in a GOP-leaning state; President Trump quickly backed Alme, while independents and several Democrats explore bids as the political landscape shifts after Zinke’s retirement and Tester’s 2024 loss.