Trump Targets Minnesota in Final Campaign Push

As the presidential campaign enters its final 100 days, Republican nominee Donald Trump and his running mate, JD Vance, held a rally in Minnesota on Saturday, a state that has not supported a GOP candidate for president since 1972. Trump, who previously won Michigan and Wisconsin in 2016 but lost them in 2020, is now focusing on Minnesota as a potential battleground. This strategy could force the likely Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, to allocate resources to a state that might otherwise be overlooked. During the rally, Trump intensified his attacks on Harris, particularly regarding immigration and crime, labeling her a "crazy liberal" and accusing her of wanting to "defund the police." He contrasted his stance by claiming he aims to "overfund the police." Additionally, Trump criticized Harris's position on abortion, suggesting she supports unrestricted access to abortion, a claim he made without factual basis. His remarks indicate a strategic effort to exploit perceived vulnerabilities in Harris's platform. Despite a recent assassination attempt in July, which has led Trump to favor indoor events, he announced plans for more outdoor rallies, stating that the Secret Service would enhance security measures. Meanwhile, Harris is ramping up her campaign efforts, hosting her first fundraiser in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, where she is expected to raise over $1.4 million from a large audience. As both candidates intensify their campaigns, the dynamics in battleground states like Minnesota could play a crucial role in the upcoming election.