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Politics · October 18, 2026

Trump visits Kentucky for 13th rally in the last month as midterms approach

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President Donald Trump held a campaign rally at Northern Kentucky University in Highland Heights to support Republican candidates, including Ed Gallrein, ahead of the midterm elections. During the event, Trump framed the midterms as a referendum on his administration, asking supporters to 'pretend I’m on the ballot.' He discussed various policy initiatives, including a potential $100 million War Department investment in a Kentucky-based pharmaceutical firm contingent on a Republican victory. The rally occurred against a backdrop of ongoing conflict in Iran, economic concerns, and organized 'no kings' protests encouraging early voting against the Republican party.

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Reported across the spectrum

  • President Trump held a rally at Northern Kentucky University in Highland Heights, Kentucky.
  • This was Trump's 13th rally in the month leading up to the midterms.
  • Trump explicitly asked voters to 'pretend I’m on the ballot' during the midterms.
  • Trump mentioned a potential $100 million investment in a Kentucky drug company, Antheia, linked to Republican victory.
  • Trump appeared in support of House candidate Ed Gallrein.

Reported by only some outlets

  • Trump claimed to have renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the 'Gulf of America' and Lake Ontario to 'Lake America.'
  • CBS News reported on 'no kings' protests occurring alongside the rally events.
  • ABC News reported that the crowd gave a 'tepid' response when Trump insulted former Rep. Thomas Massie.
  • ABC News noted Trump's claim that the Democratic platform includes abolishing the U.S. Senate and Supreme Court.
  • Trump promised a $5,000 payout to every adult American if Republicans win Congress.

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