Trump stumps in Tar Heel state for a second time ahead of midterms
Trump's visit comes as part of a multi-state campaign blitz he's launched in the final stretch of the midterms.
TL;DR
- President Donald Trump held a rally in Greenville, North Carolina, to boost Republican support in the final stretch before the midterm elections.
- Trump urged attendees to 'pretend I'm on a ballot' to energize voters for Republican candidates.
- The rally aimed to support Senate contender Michael Whatley, who is currently trailing Democratic nominee Roy Cooper.
- North Carolina has seen a substantial increase in voter turnout for the midterms compared to 2022 and 2018.
- Trump has committed to visiting North Carolina a third time before Election Day to campaign for Republicans.