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Trump says the midterms will bring a big surprise – NBC Connecticut
What happened
President Trump rallied in Ohio, campaigning for Republican candidates, including Senator Jon Husted and governor nominee Vivek Ramaswamy, and expressed confidence in their chances. Trump stated that the party will defy expectations in a "choppy" midterm election climate, but acknowledged that turnout might be affected if he is not on the ballot. The rally was part of a push by the White House to campaign in at least 17 states before the election. Husted and Ramaswamy both spoke at the event, an
Why it matters
The outcome of the midterms is significant, as it may determine partisan control of the Senate, and Trump's prediction of a "big surprise" suggests he believes the Republican party has a chance to defy expectations. The election is taking place in a climate where Trump and the war in Iran are unpopular, and some Republicans are concerned about turnout from Trump loyalists. Trump's involvement in the election could impact the outcome.
Key facts
- Trump predicted a "big surprise" in the midterms
- Trump campaigned for Senator Jon Husted and governor nominee Vivek Ramaswamy
- The rally was part of a push through at least 17 states before the election
- Trump acknowledged that turnout might be affected if he is not on the ballot
Official statement
“I think we’re going to have a big surprise, because they don’t know what’s happening,”
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