Key facts
- Gasoline prices are up nearly 40% from a year ago, averaging $4.27 per gallon.
- Trump's approval rating has fallen to 31%, the lowest of his presidential terms.
- Trump has praised Jon Husted's physique and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s body.
- Trump has criticized the way Ken Paxton dresses.
President Donald Trump is actively campaigning for Republicans in the lead-up to the November midterm elections, holding frequent rallies to energize voters and boost turnout. His speeches focus on defending his economic record, boasting about crowd sizes, and criticizing opponents. However, his economic message is reportedly clashing with voters' concerns about inflation and the rising cost of everyday expenses like gasoline and groceries. Trump's travel itinerary suggests a defensive posture for Republicans, with visits to competitive races in conservative territories. While some rallies draw large crowds, the overall turnout has been described as uneven. Trump has also used international events, such as unrest in France, as campaign themes, and has made notable comments on the physical appearance of political figures.