President Donald Trump is traveling to Alaska to campaign for a Republican senator ahead of the midterm elections, signaling the GOP’s heightened concerns about holding onto its congressional majority. The visit comes as the president focuses his remaining pre-election efforts on shoring up support for vulnerable candidates. With Election Day approaching, the move underscores the tight race for control of Congress and the party’s strategic push to secure key seats. The trip highlights the stakes as Republicans work to prevent losses that could shift the balance of power.
President Donald Trump on Tuesday will devote a big chunk of his dwindling time ahead of crucial midterm elections to head all the way to Alaska — attempting to bolster a Republican incumbent senator in another sign of GOP fears about retaining control of Congress after Election Day on Nov. 3.
