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President Trump Gaggles with Press Upon Arrival at Dubuque, IA, Nov. 1, 2026

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Press Conference
  • Haley Stevens, a Democrat who narrowly lost her Michigan race, endorsed Republican Mike Rogers, a move the President characterized as "courageous," "heroic," and "smart," noting Stevens spoke the "truth" against a candidate he labeled a "jihadist" and "Muslim Brotherhood guy."
  • The President confirmed he has personally called and thanked Stevens for her endorsement, offering encouragement to "stay safe" amid a "heightened threat environment" where she and her fiancé have received dangerous threats.
  • He highlighted Stevens' election performance as remarkable, noting she defeated the expected 25-point loss margin to lose by only "half a point," asserting the race was effectively won by her side.
  • The President stated he would "love" to have Stevens join the Republican Party and indicated that Mike Rogers has already communicated with her.
  • Upcoming campaign events are scheduled for Kansas to support candidates Roger and Ashley, with the stated strategic objective of securing Senate control to prevent a small number of "Muslim Brotherhood" votes from blackmailing the party.
  • The President described current midterm rallies as historically unprecedented, citing "sold out arenas," zero empty seats, and tens of thousands of excluded attendees.
  • He expressed surprise upon learning that Senator Chris Murphy recently suffered a stroke, describing him as a "pretty young guy" and indicating he intends to react or reach out at the appropriate time.
  • The President announced he is close to finalizing a trade deal with Canada following recent calls with Prime Minister Mark Carney, framing it as a resolution to 70–75 years of financial losses for the U.S.
  • Key terms of the Canada deal include the removal of all tariffs on U.S. farm exports (previously up to 400% on milk) and the construction of the Keystone Pipeline at Canadian expense, with the U.S. providing the route.
  • He reaffirmed opposition to wind energy, labeling it "expensive" and "ugly," while emphasizing the abundance of U.S. oil and gas reserves, including potential resources in Greenland and Venezuela.
  • The President confirmed a Canada deal will benefit American farmers, ranchers, and diesel prices by ensuring continued Canadian oil flow.
  • He noted that the Pentagon has released restrictions on several wind farms, including one in Iowa, though he remains skeptical of their viability.
  • A temporary reopening of a local waterway or dam occurred to facilitate pipe repairs for the July 4th holiday; the site had been vandalized with acid, necessitating the replacement of the entire lawn.
  • The President stated he had a "very good talk" with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu but declined to provide details regarding the conversation.
  • He defended a federal lawsuit regarding voter fraud as "meritful" rather than meritless, characterizing the alleged fraud as occurring "at the highest level."