Politics
Trump Targets Muslim Politicians and Conspiracy Theories at Final Midterm Rallies
President Donald Trump delivered his last two campaign rallies in Iowa and Kansas, days before the November 3 midterm elections that will determine congressional control. At both events, Trump repeated Islamophobic remarks, labeling Democratic Senate hopeful Abdul El‑Sayed from Michigan a “jihadist” and claiming he would need a metal detector in the Senate. He also accused El‑Sayed of being a member of the Muslim Brotherhood, a group the United States has designated as a foreign terrorist organization. Trump urged supporters to vote, telling them to “pretend I’m on the ballot.”
During the Iowa rally, Trump said he would “love” Democratic Representative Haley Stevens, who lost to El‑Sayed in the primaries, to switch parties after she endorsed Republican Mike Rogers. He also attacked Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar, alleging without evidence that she was previously married to her brother and had children with him. In Kansas, Trump criticized Democratic Senate hopeful Adam Hamilton, a pastor who supports trans rights, calling him a “stiff” who reads from a teleprompter.
Other topics in the speeches included the U.S.–Israel war on Iran, the cost of living, immigration, perceived media bias, and the Biden administration. The rallies were rescheduled after last week’s cancellations and were interrupted by hecklers. Iowa and Kansas are largely Republican states, but polling indicates that Democrats could win both, with Kansas having five federal seats up for election and Iowa’s Senate race close to call.
The midterm elections will be held on November 3.
Frequently asked questions
When and where did Trump hold his final rallies before the midterm elections?
He held rallies in Iowa and Kansas days before the November 3 midterm elections.
What accusations did Trump make against Democratic Senate hopeful Abdul El‑Sayed?
He called him a "jihadist," said he would need a metal detector in the Senate, and accused him of being a member of the Muslim Brotherhood.
What other topics were discussed at the rallies?
The speeches covered the U.S.–Israel war on Iran, cost of living, immigration, perceived media bias, and the Biden administration.