Donald Trump will campaign with former NFL players Johnny Manziel, Colt McCoy, and Danny Amendola in Texas to support Republican candidates ahead of the midterm elections. The campaign events are scheduled for Lubbock and Corpus Christi. With early voting already underway, polls indicate a close race between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton, with Talarico holding a slight lead in some surveys. Trump's engagement with football aims to resonate with his voter base as the elections approach.
Key facts
- Trump will campaign in Texas on October 31, 2026.
- The former NFL players supporting Trump are Johnny Manziel, Colt McCoy, and Danny Amendola.
- 4.5 million ballots have already been cast in Texas for the midterm elections.
- Polls show Democrat James Talarico with a slight lead over Republican Ken Paxton.
- The midterm elections are scheduled for November 8, 2026.
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