Trump campaigns in Ohio as he rallies Republicans before midterms

Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 12 Oct, 19:07 · Archive

President Trump is campaigning in Ohio to rally Republican support ahead of the midterms.

President Trump is campaigning in Ohio to rally Republicans ahead of the midterms, expressing confidence in the party despite challenging conditions. High inflation and the war in Iran continue to affect gas prices, creating headwinds for Republicans as they prepare for the November elections.

According to the Independent World, Trump's advisers told The Washington Post that campaign-style rallies are his most effective tool to minimise GOP losses, aside from lowering gas prices. However, sources close to the president also reported he has been in a 'foul mood' while on the road, though one adviser said he has at times been in 'high spirits'. The outlets note that rallies are now often held in smaller venues than in years past, despite Trump's assertions that his events draw large crowds.

The president has visited fourteen states since Labour Day and does not like to stay overnight except at his own hotels or properties. He is scheduled to visit Youngstown, Ohio, Wasilla in Alaska, and Bullshead City in Arizona this week. Pollster Mark Mitchell told The Washington Post that the campaign blitz 'doesn't really make sense' given Trump's status as the most unpopular president.

How it is being reported

• Trump has been hitting the road to boost candidates before the midterms. It’s left him in a ‘foul mood’Trump’s campaign-style rallies serve as ‘an escape’ for the president amid his deeply unpopular war in Iran and his low approval ratings, according to a reportIndependent World · 12 Oct, 18:46
• Trump says he's confident in Republicans ahead of the midterms despite tough road aheadPresident Trump is headed to Ohio to rally Republicans ahead of the midterms. This comes as inflation remains high and as the war in Iran continues to affect gas prices. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.CBS News · 12 Oct, 16:42
• Trump headed to Ohio as he keeps rallying Republicans in red-leaning statesPresident Trump is campaigning in Ohio as Republicans keep making efforts to rally the GOP base before the midterms. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.CBS News · 12 Oct, 14:30

In this story: Donald Trump · Republicans · Ohio · Iran · Alaska · Arizona

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