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Pretend I’m on the ballot
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump urged supporters at a South Carolina rally to vote as if he himself were on the ballot in the upcoming midterm elections, emphasizing the importance of turnout for GOP candidates.
- Trump endorsed Sen. Darline Graham in the state's Senate GOP runoff and encouraged voters to back her despite some supporters' reservations after her weak debate performance.
- The president highlighted that six of his endorsed candidates have lost primary races this year, signaling challenges for his influence in GOP nominations.
- Trump did not mention Rep. Ralph Norman, Graham's opponent in the runoff, during his rally, focusing solely on promoting Graham and broader GOP victories.
- His message framed the elections as critical for the future of the country, urging voters to see the stakes as if Trump himself were on the ballot.
