President Trump is set to campaign in Texas with football stars Johnny Manziel, Colt McCoy, and Danny Amendola on Tuesday. This effort aims to mobilize lower-propensity voters ahead of the midterm elections, particularly targeting younger male voters, a demographic where Republicans are facing challenges according to recent polls. The campaign reflects Trump's strategy of leveraging football's popularity to engage supporters.
Key facts
- Trump will campaign in Texas on October 31, 2026.
- Football stars joining Trump include Johnny Manziel, Colt McCoy, and Danny Amendola.
- The campaign events will take place in Lubbock and Corpus Christi.
- Polls indicate a 26-point lead for Democrats among young men likely to vote.
- Trump won men under 30 by 14 points in the 2024 election.
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