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Trump insists Republicans ‘have a shot’ in midterms as rallies resume amid health concerns

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France-Presse, A. (2026, October 31). Trump insists Republicans ‘have a shot’ in midterms as rallies resume amid health concerns. South China Morning Post. https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3372808/trump-insists-republicans-have-shot-midterms-rallies-resume-amid-health-concerns

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Former President Trump resumed canceled campaign rallies in Kansas and Iowa just one day after canceling them, addressing concerns about both his health and the Republican chances in upcoming midterm elections. Despite these cancellations and rescheduling, early voting for midterms has already seen record turnout, including a historic vote from Pope Leo in Chicago. Trump maintains that Republicans still have a chance to perform well in the midterms.

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