Trump scraps last two election rallies ahead of midterms
President Donald Trump has canceled two upcoming midterm election rallies in Kansas and Iowa, opting instead for virtual telerallies. The RNC stated the change is due to Republicans' strong standing in those states, though the decision follows recent public scrutiny regarding the President's travel schedule.
Why it matters
The adjustment to the campaign schedule highlights the strategic focus of the Republican party in the final days before the midterm elections and underscores the intense media scrutiny surrounding the President's health and stamina.
US President Donald Trump is scrapping two of his last midterm election rallies, his Republican Party has said, as the 80-year-old leader lashed out at a reporter who asked if he was tired of travelling.
Instead of the events in Kansas and Iowa, Mr Trump will hold a "large number" of virtual "telerallies" in a series of states, the Republican National Committee (RNC) said.
Republicans are fighting to keep control of Congress in the 3 November midterms.
Mr Trump has urged the party to "pretend I'm on the ballot" to maximise turnout despite his poor approval ratings.
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