Missouri Senator Josh Hawley has endorsed Western Missouri Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler in the crowded U.S. Senate race.

For almost a year I’ve been asked who I intend to vote for in #MOSEN primary this August. Well, I’ve made up my mind. I’ll be supporting ⁦⁦@VickyHartzlerMO⁩. Vicky has the integrity, the heart, and the toughness to represent MO. I can’t wait to work with her pic.twitter.com/yIk4h2baxw

— Josh Hawley (@HawleyMO) February 12, 2022

Hawley made the announcement during the Lincoln Days event Saturday in St. Charles.

Hartzler is one of several Republicans running to replace Senator Roy Blunt.

Blunt is not seeking another term in office.

Josh @HawleyMO is a fearless, unapologetic conservative leader in the U.S. Senate, & I am honored to have earned his endorsement.

We need another CONSERVATIVE voice in the Senate, & Josh knows I am the best choice to fight for an America First agenda & fight for Missourians!! pic.twitter.com/aCZUkfBTy5

— Vicky Hartzler (@VickyHartzlerMO) February 12, 2022