Trump campaigns in red states as Republican midterm outlook challenges

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 17 Oct, 16:02 · Archive

President Trump is campaigning heavily in solidly Republican states rather than competitive swing districts ahead of the midterm elections.

President Trump is undertaking an extensive campaign travel schedule ahead of the midterm elections, but NPR reports his itinerary focuses on very red states rather than swing districts that would typically be the priority in a close election. This pattern, according to NPR, suggests the electoral landscape is more challenging for Republicans than expected.

The New York Post reports that Trump is visiting Kentucky to rally supporters and bolster Republicans facing unexpectedly competitive races. His trip to Northern Kentucky puts him close to Ohio, another state with significant implications for the midterms. The Post notes that Trump is attempting to shore up a suddenly competitive House race in Kentucky and secure two other seats in the state that have troubled Republicans.

Democratic Governor Andy Beshear commented on the significance of Trump's visit. 'The fact that in the weeks leading up to this midterm election, the president's coming to a state he won by 31 points that he believes he needs, suggest to me that Republicans are in big trouble,' Beshear told reporters, noting he does not take any vote for granted.

How it is being reported

• Trump traveling to Kentucky to rally supporters ahead of midtermsPresident Trump hits the road again Saturday in just his latest trip to rally supporters in Republican-leaning territory – this time with a trip to Kentucky, where he hopes to shore up a suddenly competitive House race and secure two other seats that have given him political heartburn.New York Post · 17 Oct, 15:51
• Trump promised a swing district blitz. He's going to a lot of very red statesPresident Trump's midterm travel blitz ahead of Election Day includes several red states he won easily 2 years ago, showing the electoral landscape is more challenging for Republicans.NPR · 17 Oct, 10:00

In this story: Donald Trump · Andy Beshear · Sherrod Brown · Jon Husted · Republican Party · Kentucky · Ohio

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