Coverage dated October 1, 2026

What to know about Trump’s deep red campaign blitz

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In today's issue: ▪ Trump kicks off trip in Texas ▪ Senate leaves town ahead of midterms ▪ Fed’s internal review clears Powell ▪ U.S. withdraws fully from Iraq President Trump is set to embark on a five-state swing through traditionally friendly Republican territory starting today, kicking off a mid…

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What to know about Trump’s deep red campaign blitz (opens The Hill)
Published Oct 1, 2026
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In today's issue: ▪ Trump kicks off trip in Texas ▪ Senate leaves town ahead of midterms ▪ Fed’s internal review clears Powell ▪ U.S. withdraws fully from Iraq President Trump is set to embark on a five-state swing through traditionally friendly Republican territory starting today, kicking off a mid…
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Watch live: Trump kicks off red-state campaign swing at Texas truck plant (opens The Hill)
Published Oct 1, 2026
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President Trump will kick off his red-state campaign swing on Thursday afternoon with a visit to a manufacturing plant in Denton, Texas. Trump is likely to use the stop to highlight his trade and tariff agenda, as well as the Trump administration's efforts to boost domestic production.
Philadelphia Inquirer
The Latest: Trump hits the campaign trail in Texas, kicking off blitz before midterms (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)
Published Oct 1, 2026
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President Donald Trump is hitting the campaign trail in heavily Republican areas to shore up lagging enthusiasm in their party ahead of next month’s midterm elections