Trump Begins Election Campaign to Support Republicans as Midterms Approach

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U.S. President Donald Trump has launched an intensive 32-day campaign by visiting the states of Texas and Oklahoma to support Republican candidates at a time when his party is facing a battle to maintain a slim majority in Congress during the upcoming midterm elections scheduled for November.

Some Republican candidates have doubts about how beneficial Trump's appearances are and whether they help or hurt their positions, but he is seeking to lead the party's efforts in the midterm elections and intends to participate in campaign events for several closely contested races for seats in the House and Senate.

During a campaign rally in Durant, Oklahoma, yesterday Thursday, Trump said, "Pretend that I am the candidate, please."

Trump's rallies were held in areas considered safe strongholds for Republicans, as he began his tour in Denton, Texas, before heading to Oklahoma, in an attempt to build momentum before visiting more competitive race areas. However, his visits to predominantly conservative areas have raised concerns among some party officials about how many seats Republicans may lose.

Trump said upon his arrival in Texas that the campaign tours this week, which also include a visit to Alabama today, are a gesture of "respect" for the states that supported him in his three attempts to reach the White House.

During a 55-minute speech at a factory in Denton, Trump stated that he is dedicating his efforts to support Republicans in the midterm elections. He added, "My heart is with this battle more than ever."

Later, in Durant, Trump expressed concern about the performance of Republican candidates in some key states. He told the crowd, "We are worried about Michigan, we are worried about Texas, and we are worried about several other states," urging his supporters to encourage their friends in other states to vote.

Trump informed his supporters during an event at the White House on Wednesday that he has not yet succeeded in promoting his economic record since returning to the White House in January 2025.

Voter dissatisfaction with his administration's handling of the economy has altered the electoral competition landscape, as political analysts now consider some previously safe Republican seats to be competitive in the November elections.

Trump said in Texas: "We have the best numbers achieved by any president in the history of our country, yet I cannot convey this message to the people."