U.S. President Donald Trump holds a rally near Wichita, Kansas, as the November 3 midterm elections approach. Outlets report the trip is part of a push to energize Republican voters in states Trump carried in 2024, with another stop planned in Iowa later in the week.

The rally focuses on shoring up Republican Sen. Roger Marshall, who is reported to be in a tight contest against a Methodist megachurch pastor. One outlet notes Kansas has not elected a Democratic senator since 1932 and that Trump won the state by 16 percentage points two years ago.

Across coverage, the broader context is political uncertainty in the final weeks: polls and unexpectedly close races are described as raising fears among Republicans about potential Democratic gains. PBS also highlights that economic strain is becoming a growing political concern, which Trump’s campaign seeks to address by deepening support among voters frustrated with current conditions.