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Trump touts his power in his second term at Kentucky rally | AP News

By Michelle L. Price, Jesse Bedayn · Oct 17, 2026Read on apnews.com

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President Trump held a rally in Highland Heights, Kentucky, to boost Republican midterm turnout and support House candidate Ed Gallrein, declaring this term more powerful than his first. He made contested claims, including warnings that a Democratic win would bring a depression and a $5,000 payment to every American if Republicans win Congress. The article notes his comments come amid voter frustration over tariffs, the Iran war, and perceptions he favors his own interests, and says Republicans privately worry his approval is a liability.