Trump, campaigning in Ohio, says the midterms will bring a ‘big surprise’
Former President Donald Trump campaigned in Ohio to support Republican candidates, predicting a 'big surprise' in the upcoming midterm elections. The rally focused on boosting GOP prospects in competitive Senate and gubernatorial races, emphasizing the importance of voter turnout.
Why it matters
The outcome of these midterm races is critical for determining partisan control of the U.S. Senate and the legislative agenda for the remainder of the administration.
VANDALIA, Ohio — President Donald Trump rallied Saturday for Republicans in Ohio’s competitive races for Senate and governor, predicting that the party will defy expectations in a choppy midterm election climate. “I think we’re going to have a big surprise, because they don’t know what’s happening,” Trump said while speaking onstage inside a high school gymnasium near Dayton. “Just get out and vote,” Trump added. “If you do that, we’re going to win, and we’re going to win big. And we’re going to shove it up their ass.” The visit, part of what White House officials have told NBC News will be a push through at least 17 states between now and Nov. 3, was aimed at boosting Sen. Jon Husted and GOP gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy.
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