Trump votes early in Florida as both parties campaign 10 days before the midterms
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump cast early ballots in person in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Saturday, 10 days before the Nov. 3 midterm elections, before Trump headed to a rally in Georgia. Former President Barack Obama campaigned in Cleveland, Ohio, with Democrats Sherrod Brown and Amy Acton.
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Why it matters
The midterm elections on Nov. 3 decide races for Congress and governor across the country, and early voting is underway in Florida and other states. Both parties are sending their best-known figures to campaign in the final 10 days.
What to watch
Trump is scheduled to campaign in Port Huron, Michigan, on Sunday, Oct. 25. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3.
How each side sees it
Sources
- AP via KSAT: Trump casts his midterm ballot early in Florida
- Fox News live: Trump in Georgia, Michigan this weekend
- Cleveland 19: Former President Barack Obama to rally in Cleveland
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