President TrumpDonald John TrumpSenate advances public lands bill in late-night vote Warren, Democrats urge Trump to back down from veto threat over changing Confederate-named bases Esper orders ‘After Action Review’ of National Guard’s role in protests MORE praised Republican Sen. Dean HellerDean Arthur HellerOn The Trail: Democrats plan to hammer Trump on Social Security, Medicare Lobbying World Democrats spend big to put Senate in play MORE (Nev.) at a rally in Nevada Saturday, saying that he “beat [his opponent] very badly” in their debate Friday.
The president and Heller previously had a contentious relationship when Trump ran for president. But the two have reconciled and Trump praised Heller’s work with him.
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“Once he and I got on the same page, and now we are always on the same page, he has been as smart and tough and strong as anyone in Washington,” he told the crowd.
After Heller’s presentation, Trump weighed in on Friday night’s Senate debate.
“I may be a little bit partial, he really beat her very badly.”
Heller credited Trump for allowing his debate against Rep. Jacky RosenJacklyn (Jacky) Sheryl RosenThe Hill’s Coronavirus Report: Mnuchin sees ‘strong likelihood’ of another relief package; Warner says some businesses ‘may not come back’ at The Hill’s Advancing America’s Economy summit The Hill’s Coronavirus Report: CDC Director Redfield responds to Navarro criticism; Mnuchin and Powell brief Senate panel Hillicon Valley: Experts raise security concerns about online voting | Musk finds supporter in Trump | Officials warn that Chinese hackers targeting COVID-19 research groups MORE (D) to happen.
“The only reason I had that debate is because you embarrassed my opponent into having it,” he said.
Heller was referring to clashes that he and Rosen’s camps have been having over debate scheduling and location.
It remains unclear if another debate will be held.
A RealClearPolitics polling index gives Heller less than a 2-point lead in the state, which has been a top target for Democrats.
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