Donald Trump cancels weekend rallies ahead of next week's midterms

The President admitted a recent string of hour-long campaign speeches has been 'challenging'

Donald Trump cancels weekend rallies ahead of next week's midterms

TL;DR

  • President Trump canceled scheduled campaign stops in Kansas and Iowa for the weekend before the midterm elections.
  • He will instead participate in "tele-rallies" with MAGA Inc. in at least 19 states.
  • Trump cited the demanding nature of his recent extensive campaigning, stating his voice was strained.
  • The President had a combative exchange with a reporter questioning his decision not to travel to Kansas and his well-being.
  • Recent polling trends indicate Democrats are gaining ground in Republican-leaning states, potentially impacting the control of the Senate and House.
  • Republicans are fighting to retain control of narrow majorities in both chambers.
  • A Democratic victory could lead to congressional investigations into Trump's administration.