Romney Lands Blunt Endorsement

Former Massachusetts Governor and GOP presidential contender Mitt Romney will announce Tuesday that Sen. Roy Blunt (R-Mo.) will lead his campaign’s efforts to build and secure support from Congressional Republicans. 

“It’s an honor to have Roy’s support,” Romney said, according to Politico. “He has always been a champion of taxpayers and small business owners. and I know that he will be an effective liaison in sharing my vision for America with his colleagues in both the House and the Senate.”

Blunt is no stranger to rallying members to support a candidate. During former George W. Bush’s presidential run in 2000, then-Rep. Blunt helped Bush in a similar fashion, ultimately securing the GOP nomination and leading a successful run to the White House. Blunt also served as House majority whip from 2003 to 2007. 

“Through his experience in the private sector and as governor, I believe Mitt has the right background to help create more economic certainty and spur job growth in Missouri and nationwide,” Blunt said. 

Poll: Blunt Leads Carnahan By 9 Points In Missouri

According to a Rasmussen poll out today, Republican Congressman Roy Blunt leads his Democratic rival Robin Carnahan by 9 points in the Missouri Senate race with just two weeks to go before the midterm elections. Compared to a Rasmussen poll put out two weeks ago, Blunt gained one point and now holds 52 percent of likely voters while Carnahan has seemingly plateaued at 43 percent.

Prominent Business Group Endorses Roy Blunt In Missouri

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the largest pro-business organization in the country, is endorsing Rep. Roy Blunt (R-Mo.) in the race for the Missouri Senate seat currently held by retiring Sen. Kit Bond (R).

“We’re endorsing Roy because he understands the challenges businesses are facing and will stand up for the people of Missouri during these tough economic times,” said Bill Miller, the U.S. Chamber’s senior vice president and national political director…