President Trump Rallies In Nebraska

President Donald Trump traveled to Grand Island, Nebraska, for an Oct. 5 rally backing Republican Sen. Pete Ricketts and Gov. Jim Pillen. Ricketts is seeking his first full Senate term against independent Dan Osborn, who is backed by Democrats, in a race polls showed close. Nebraska usually votes Republican, and Trump carried it by more than 20 points in 2024, which made the tight contest notable. The White House said the visit would highlight tax cuts, farmers, ranchers, investment and public safety under Republican leadership. Trump praised Ricketts and Pillen, while supporters lined up for hours and videos showed thousands outside the venue. Trump said he planned more campaign stops, including Michigan, before the midterms.