Trump warns US could face France-style unrest if Democrats win midterms

President Donald Trump warned that the United States could face unrest similar to recent riots in France if Democrats win the November 3 midterm elections, using the comparison to campaign for Republican Senator Roger Marshall in Kansas. Trump blamed immigration for the French protests over living costs, claiming he had advised President Emmanuel Macron to close borders to prevent Paris from becoming a "Muslim city." He described France as "conquered, looted, and burned" by migrants and communists, while mocking Democrats as "Dumocrats." The Kansas race is competitive, with Democrat Adam Hamilton challenging Marshall in a state Trump won by 16 points in 2024. A Reuters-Ipsos poll put Trump's approval at 31%, as economic concerns and tariff policies complicate Republican efforts.