Trump Declares Midterms 'Most Important' as Democrats Gain Ground in Polls
The President closed his campaign at the Lincoln Memorial, claiming opponents are dangerous while prediction models show a narrowing Republican lead.
By Hassan Okoye ·
Washington, D.C., is poised for a critical test of congressional control on Tuesday. President Donald Trump concluded his final pre-election address on Monday, framing the upcoming midterms as the most consequential vote in American history.
Speaking from the reflecting pool of the Lincoln Memorial, Trump asserted that the Republican majority in Congress is under threat. He characterized the opposition as a group of radical candidates, labeling them 'the most radical and dangerous' in the nation's past.
The President made specific claims regarding the Democratic slate, calling several candidates 'Yihadists and members of the Muslim Brotherhood.' This rhetoric targeted Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic candidate for Senate in Michigan. If El-Sayed wins, he would become the first Muslim member of the U.S. Senate.
Before reaching the memorial, Trump completed a rapid tour of the country. He held 25 rallies across multiple states, focusing on Republican strongholds such as Texas, Iowa, and Kansas. Polling data indicates these states are currently leaning toward the Democratic side.
Prediction models suggest the political momentum is shifting. Decision Desk HQ estimates an 84% probability that Democrats will gain control of the House of Representatives. This figure is five points higher than the estimate from one week ago.
For the Senate, where 35 seats are up for grabs, the Democratic Party has a 65% chance of reclaiming the majority. This probability has increased by eight percentage points over the last seven days.
Voters will also select 435 members of the House, more than 30 state governors, and various local officials in Tuesday's election.
Source: WTMO-CD
