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Trump shifts midterm campaign focus to deep red states
Despite pledging to support candidates in competitive midterm battlegrounds, the former president is beginning his campaign efforts in reliably Republican states.
Top Stories·September 26, 2026·1 hour ago·1 min read·AI Summary·AP News
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Trump said he would campaign in midterm battlegrounds.
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He is starting in deep red states instead of battlegrounds.
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Former President Donald Trump said earlier this year that he intended to actively campaign for Republican candidates in key midterm election battlegrounds across the country. However, his first campaign stops have been scheduled in deep red states that are not considered competitive races, according to reporting from AP News.
This apparent shift in strategy has raised questions among political analysts about whether Trump’s campaign appearances will align with the most pivotal contests of the 2022 midterms. While Trump retains strong influence over the Republican base, his choice of venues may signal a focus on consolidating support in safer districts before turning to toss-up seats.
