A high-profile campaign rally in Mississippi next week has drawn attention as President Trump targets a state long considered a safe Republican stronghold in the final stretch before the midterm elections. The move has sparked concerns among Democrats and some Republicans that even traditionally conservative districts may be more competitive than expected. The Republican National Committee confirmed the event, signaling an intensified push to mobilize voters in a state where GOP dominance has historically been unchallenged. The late timing of the visit underscores the tight race in key battlegrounds as both parties scramble for every advantage.
President Trump is scheduled to hold a rally in Mississippi next Monday, a notable choice for a last-minute midterm event given the state’s reliably Republican history. The visit is raising alarm that even redder GOP strongholds are in play weeks out from the election. The Republican National Committee (RNC) announced on Wednesday that Trump is...