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In crude Ohio rally speech, Trump says he may not help if Democrats win
What happened
US President Donald Trump stated at a rally that if Republicans win the midterms, he would provide financial help to Ohio, but warned that if Democrats prevail, he would be less inclined to work with the state. Trump made these comments while criticizing Democrats, calling them "dumb son of a bitches" and implying he would not help his Democratic opponents. The rally was held in support of Republican candidates, including US Senator Jon Husted and Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy.
Why it matters
The comments may have significant implications for Ohio's relationship with the federal government, as Trump suggested he would be less willing to accommodate the state if Democrats win key races. The midterms will decide control of the narrowly divided House of Representatives and Senate. Ohio is a key state in the elections.
Key facts
- Trump made comments at an Ohio rally on Saturday. He implied he would be less inclined to work with the state if Democrats win key races. Ohio's elected Republican officials frequently call Trump seeking money for the state. Trump said he would not help his Democratic opponent Amy Acton. Data centers and culture war issues are campaign battlegrounds in Ohio.
Official statement
“If you do that, we’re going to win, and we’re going to win big, and we’re going to shove it up their ass.”
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