Trump Makes Risky Plea To Voters That Could Blow Up In His Face

In a preview clip aired on Fox News, President Trump urged voters to “pretend I'm on the ballot” for the midterms, framing himself as the deciding factor for Republican turnout. He argued that when he is on a ballot Republicans win, and when he isn't, turnout suffers, urging supporters to vote as if he were a candidate himself.

The appeal comes as his approval ratings have reportedly slipped amid an extended standoff with Iran, a tariff dispute with Canada, and public dismissal of high prices affecting voters. Trump previously floated a similar line at a South Carolina rally, where he also told the crowd he expects to be impeached, while Democrats aim to retake the House and possibly the Senate.

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