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Trump stumps in deep-red Kentucky as GOP tries to hold its turf
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump held a rally in Northern Kentucky supporting Republican candidates Andy Barr and Ed Gallrein, promising a $100 million investment in a local pharmaceutical plant if Republicans retain Congress, part of his broader midterm campaign efforts in conservative strongholds.
- Thousands participated in "No Kings: Vote Early" protests nationwide, focusing on opposing voter suppression and encouraging early voting, with events in key states such as Georgia and Washington, DC.
- Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed campaigned in Michigan, addressing gun violence and targeting moderate and Republican-leaning voters in traditionally red areas, while also promoting policies like Medicare for All.
- In Florida’s 27th district, GOP Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar worked to mobilize her predominantly Latino constituency for early voting, despite tensions with Trump over immigration enforcement.
- Energy markets saw Brent crude oil prices surge to $110 a barrel amid US-Iran tensions, raising concerns about rising fuel costs ahead of the midterm elections.
