Trump plans 32 campaign days before November elections

Despite many polls showing Democrats leading in key House races and challenging for Senate control, with concerns over high gasoline prices and the ongoing conflict with Iran cited as factors, Trump projected confidence. Speaking to reporters outside the White House, with Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson present, Trump dismissed suggestions that some Republicans are distancing themselves from him in the campaign's final weeks.

"You love me, and I love them," Trump said. He described his upcoming travel as "literally a 32-day tour" to various states, including planned stops in Texas and Ohio this week. Trump noted that many candidates want him to campaign for them. This intensified campaigning comes later than initially envisioned by his advisors, as the White House calendar had been largely occupied by foreign policy matters and the Iran conflict throughout the year. While some Republican candidates have welcomed Trump's involvement, others have focused on local issues and their own records.