Trump warns French unrest could hit US if Democrats win midterms

derstandard.at (German) —

US President Donald Trump used violent unrest in France as a campaign argument during a Monday rally in Kansas, warning that a similar scenario could occur in the US if Democrats win the midterm elections. Trump made the remarks while campaigning for a Senate seat in Kansas, framing the French riots as a warning against his political opponents. A Reuters/Ipsos poll showed his approval rating at a record low of 31 percent. The warning comes ahead of the US midterm elections, with Trump seeking to rally support for Republican candidates by highlighting instability abroad.


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