Ron Paul endorses Rehberg

U.S. Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas, endorsed Rep. Denny Rehberg’s re-election, the Rehberg camp announced today. If the posters at last week’s tea party in Bozeman were any indication, Ron Paul has a lot of cred amongst conservatives, and this endorsement could help Rehberg counter some of his Republican opponents who charge he’s too liberal.

Here’s the press release:

Billings – Montana’s Congressman, Denny Rehberg, today received a major campaign endorsement from fellow Liberty Caucus member, Texas Congressman Ron Paul. Paul, a 2008 presidential candidate, has served with Denny in Congress since 2000 and is proud to call Rehberg a close personal friend.
 
“We must elect leaders who will help right our ship, protect our freedoms and restore prosperity; Denny Rehberg is just such a leader,” stated Congressman Paul in his endorsement letter. “As Montana’s Congressman, Denny has fought tirelessly against tax hikes, increasing bureaucracy and excessive government spending. As a founding member of the Liberty Caucus, he has been a vocal advocate in defending our gun, private property and Tenth Amendment rights.”
 
Congressman Rehberg welcomed the endorsement as good news. “I certainly welcome Dr. Paul’s endorsement. I will continue to work hard for lower taxes, limited government and for Montana families who are struggling in this tough economy. Dr. Paul is a respected, conservative leader and his personal recommendation means a lot to me.”
 
Dr. Paul’s endorsement extends to Rehberg’s upcoming primary election as well as November’s general election.