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2 sources · 1 h ago Politics

Trump reverses decision and reinstates Kansas and Iowa rallies

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President Donald Trump reversed a brief decision to cancel in-person rallies in Kansas and Iowa ahead of the midterms. Instead of relying solely on telephone events, the scheduled rallies will now take place as Republicans fight to keep control of Congress.

President Donald Trump initially cancelled in-person campaign rallies in Kansas and Iowa ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. Some reports say the president opted for telephone events across nearly 20 states over the weekend, while the Republican National Committee announced broadcasts in at least 20 states after the events were initially nixed.

However, Trump quickly reversed this decision and uncancelled the two physical rallies in Kansas and Iowa. The sudden shift comes as Republicans face a difficult fight to retain control of Congress with only four days left until the midterm elections.

Further campaign activities will continue as the parties make their final push to voters. The telephone broadcasts and rallies are part of the ongoing efforts by Republicans to secure their majority in Congress.

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