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Trump insists Republicans ‘have a shot’ in midterms as rallies resume amid health concerns

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France-Presse, A. (2026, October 31). Trump insists Republicans ‘have a shot’ in midterms as rallies resume amid health concerns. South China Morning Post. https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3372808/trump-insists-republicans-have-shot-midterms-rallies-resume-amid-health-concerns

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Former President Trump resumed canceled campaign rallies in Kansas and Iowa just one day after canceling them, addressing concerns about both his health and the Republican chances in upcoming midterm elections. Despite these cancellations and rescheduling, early voting for midterms has already seen record turnout, including a historic vote from Pope Leo in Chicago. Trump maintains that Republicans still have a chance to perform well in the midterms.

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President Donald Trump held campaign rallies in Iowa and Kansas on Sunday, November 1, reversing his earlier decision to cancel these events due to criticism from a reporter. The cancellations had sparked speculation about the Republican candidates' chances in the two states, where Democratic challengers are polling strongly against Senators Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) and Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa). Trump's rallies were part of his final push before the November 3 midterm elections, aimed at boosting support for Republicans facing challenges to their majority in Congress.

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