Trump Schedules Final In-Person Rallies

The Republican National Committee confirmed on Saturday that President Donald Trump will hold in-person rallies in Kansas and Iowa on Sunday. This decision reversed a schedule announced less than 24 hours earlier, which had replaced the two stops with a series of tele-rallies.

A source familiar with the scheduling change stated that the president would hold the back-to-back events in addition to nearly 20 tele-rallies. The shift comes with days remaining until the November 3 election.

Trump has held more than 25 rallies in October, primarily in states where Republican candidates face competitive races. These events include stops in South Carolina, North Carolina, Texas, and Florida. The rallies support Senate and House candidates handpicked by the president.

During a recent stop in Greenville, North Carolina, Trump asked supporters to act as if he were still a candidate. "Please pretend I'm on the ballot cause in a way I am on the ballot," he said. He argued that Democrats seek to reverse tax cuts and border policies established by his administration.

The campaign has featured recurring themes, including a focus on tariffs and a lighthearted critique of Ohio Senator Jon Husted’s physique. Trump claimed Husted’s polling numbers improved by 12 points following his comments, though the president made the remark in Texas as well.

The president has also promoted a $5,000 dividend for American adults if Republicans win both chambers of Congress. He joked that the amount might only buy a hamburger and dessert at Mar-a-Lago, his Florida resort.

Supporters have traveled extensively to attend the events. Blake Marnell, known as "Brick Suit" for his campaign-themed attire, took October off work to attend multiple rallies. Cindy New of Emerald Isle, North Carolina, described the Greenville event as her first live appearance, noting she wanted to see the president once before his term ended.

In Daytona Beach, Florida, Trump acknowledged the fatigue of campaigning for 28 consecutive days. He told the crowd his voice was operating at 49.2 percent. He closed by urging voters to win on November 3, stating that 11 years of political activity had been unique.